While some may argue that it's best to add the liquid first, I'm a proponent of starting with your bananas. They break down easily but you then don't have to worry about getting splashed every time you add another ingredient. Here's the order I'd recommend, as long as you have a tamper to help you push the ingredients down once you start the blender: 1) Bananas, yogurt and almond butter 2) Greens 3) Frozen fruit 4) Protein powder and other powdery supplements (if using) 5) Liquid (such as almond milk)