Ronald Harper
How to fuel up for a football practice so you can have the energy needed to take your game to the next level.
Sports bars are a quick and easy snack to throw in your bag. However, snacking on the fly can break your budget while store bought bars are off loaded with ingredients you may not need. My favorite include a balance of protein, less than 1/2 the carbohydrate calories coming from added sugars, & a good source of fats like nuts, coconut or nut oil. Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Filling and satisfying...providing short and long term fuel. Add fresh or dried fruit for a vitamin/mineral boost. Wash it down with a bottle of lactose free chocolate milk.
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Apples and pears with a single serving pouch of nut butter is a quick, healthy and filling snack. Skippy or Justin's are two companies that offer single serving packages, or you can make your own and pack it in a mini snack baggie! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Great 24/7, a mix of dry whole grain cereal like Cheerios mixed with dried fruit and nuts or seeds provide a satisfying, flavorful snack. Grab a bottle of coconut water or 100% juice and you have the ideal, fiscally fit, lactose-free, pre-training snack! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Coconut water or other sports drinks are great options for those who can't stomach solid foods before training. While naturally sweetened coconut water boosts potassium, sports drinks have a kick of sodium, both of which can offset cramping! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Easy to make and inexpensive. Bag and mix pretzels, dry whole grain cereals, raisins or apricots and nuts. Kick up the flavor with chili pepper, garlic powder or your favorite spice! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Go for "Newtons" Fig or other fruit flavors. Try oatmeal raisin cookies with lactose free milk if you prefer. Made with whole grains, Fig Newton's are a high carb, nutritious snack, even if they are technically a cookie! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Create your own "snack pack" by combining tuna, apple slices, and whole grain crackers. Pick up a tuna or chicken snack "envelope" pack and pair it with sliced apple or pear and whole grain crackers for a steady energy kick! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Look for individually wrapped high protein beef or turkey jerky and single serving containers of applesauce. These can be carted anywhere and are a perfect mix of salty and sweet! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
Pop a single serving bag of popcorn and mix with dried fruit pieces, roasted chickpeas or soy nuts for a high protein, high carb snack! Learn more at myfootballnutrition.com #myfootballnutrition
