50 Awesome Pre and Post-Workout Snacks. You might also like: 88 Unexpected Snacks Under 100 Calories Read More Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for some, but for those who manage to squeeze some gym time into their routine, pre- and post-workout foods can be just as huge.
While everyone’s nutritional requirements are different depending on their goals and activities, these snacks can offer the right balance of carbohydrates, fats, and protein to satisfy hunger, fuel workouts, and aid in recovery. Read on for Greatist’s 50 favorite pre- and post-workout snacks, including some go-to recipes from our trusted health and fitness pros. Pre-Workout Snacks The body works to build muscle and recover 24 hours a day, not just during that one-hour session at the gym. 1.
Feeling fancy, huh? 2. Put a twist on the classic kids’ treat by blending 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder, 1 cup orange juice, and 1 cup ice. 3. Infuse 1 scoop chocolate whey protein with 2 teaspoons of extra virgin coconut oil. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Find the Latest News and Tips on Smoothie Recipes, Health & Fitness. Banana-Carob Protein Bar Recipe. This recipe for banana-carob protein bars from FitSugar reader eatingbirdfood will help keep energy levels up and your grocery bill down.
She posted this homemade protein bar recipe in the FitSugar Community Healthy Recipe group. I was looking for a protein bar that I could take with me on trips and decided to create my own. These bars are great because they are portable and delicious. They can be a snack or even a protein-packed dessert. Learn how to make these homemade protein bars after the break! Ingredients Ingredients: 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats 1 cup oat flour 1/3 cup protein powder (I used vanilla brown rice protein powder) 1 T chia seeds (optional) 1 t cinnamon pinch of sea salt 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed 3 egg whites 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 2 T smooth natural peanut butter (or almond butter) 1/2 T honey 5 drops of liquid stevia (or 1 T more of honey) 1 t vanilla. 8 Foods Women Should Eat Every Day. A while back we went over the eight foods men should eat everyday and now I've come across the eight foods we ladies should eat daily as well.
You'll be pleased to find that this list happens to have the exact same foods as the list for men, which means you and your man can stock up and munch on the same healthy goodies. BlueberriesOatsWalnutsBlack beansCarrotsTomatoesYogurtSpinach I love everything on this list so I'm feeling pretty good about myself. What about you guys? Are there some things you love/hate? 30 Healthy Breakfast Snacks for Mornings on the Run. Personal Sized Baked Oatmeal with Individual Toppings: Gluten Free & Diabetic Friendly. One Bowl, All Natural, No-Bake Energy Bites. I apologize in advance if you have a recipe just like this.
I’ve seen these kind of energy bites around for ever now and all the recipes are very similar so if this happens to be anyone else’s exact recipe, I’m sorry! That being said, what I’m going to give you is more of a formula. You see, I never make these the same. The general amounts of things stay the same but the ingredients are always changing so I’ll tell you what are in these, but I’ll also give you my secret formula so you can make your own flavor combinations too I originally got this idea from a blog that’s no longer up and running, probably 3 years ago.
They keep indefinitely in the freezer and I find them so much more addictive when they’re frozen almost solid. Energy Bites makes approximately 2 dozen depending on size 1/2 C nut butter(almond butter, peanut butter, sunflower seed butter or any other nut or seed butter. In a large bowl add the nut butter, honey or other sweetener, vanilla and salt if needed. Quick Chiquita Banana Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe.
Banana Bread in a Bowl. Bananas for Bananas.
It’s one of my favorite breakfasts (along with my Voluminous Oatmeal). This recipe has all the flavor and nutrition of moist, delicious banana bread, just in a different form. It also makes a great snack. Banana Bread Blender Cereal 1 banana (I use a frozen one, but you don’t have to) 1-2 tablespoons walnuts (optional) 1 cup milk of choice 1 cup flake cereal, such as Arrowhead Mills’ spelt flakes (You can use a gluten-free cereal) 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Put all the ingredients into a blender, and blend. For a fun twist, try using the Melted Banana Trick. Oh, and cinnamon or chocolate chips make nice additions. Nutritional Info: This banana version will have about 245 calories, 7 grams fiber, 7 grams protein, and 3 grams fat.The pumpkin version will have about 175 calories, 8 grams fiber, 7 grams protein, and 3 grams fat.The gingerbread version will have about 215 calories, 7 grams fiber, 7 grams protein, and 3 grams fat.
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Butterscotch Cookie Balls (Egg-Free) Banana-Walnut Smoothie.