Track snacks

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Snacking can get a bad rap but healthy snacks are actually an important part of your nutrition and fueling strategy as a runner. Healthy snacks for runners can be used to provide pre-run fuel, mid-run calories, and post-race recovery and refueling nutrients. Healthy snacks are also a crucial component of a runner’s overall diet or nutrition plan, helping meet daily caloric and macronutrient needs throughout the entire day, not just in the interval of time right around a run.

Even the most well-oiled machines need fuel. We unwrap what to look for when you need energy partway through a run.

For endurance athletes seeking to fuel their training and recovery, Costco offers a variety of some of the best snacks for athletes! Packed with complex carbohydrates and simple sugars, these snacks help replenish glycogen stores and stabilize energy levels. Whether preparing for a long run or a long ride, our list of Costco snacks offers a practical choice for boosting endurance. Read on to find out what the ALN dietitian team favorites are!

Calling all team parents! Here are healthy snack ideas for your kids’ sports teams.

I see your cute messages on a napkin in your kids’ lunchboxes and I raise you one. I’ve always loved to leave little notes when I pack my children’s lunch boxes or get snacks ready for their sporting events. But now I’ve taken that to a whole new level. Check out this fun way to Read More >>

Best pre-workout snacks - what to eat, how long to wait and why they work

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This Post: 25 Power Snacks for Teen Athletes Written By: Marybeth Bock When you have a teen who plays a sport (or two or three!) life is hectic. For many…

I am asked time and time again about the best snacks for athletes so here’s an ultimate post geared towards good snacks for athletes. Whether you’re a runner, cyclist, swimmer or other athlete, hopefully this post will be helpful for you!

Do love peanut butter and like to find ways to sneak it into everything?! For a school track & field meet, I made Runner’s Fuel Energy Balls to share with the teams. The recipe for these …

What to eat before you run and When to eat. 15 fast pre run snack ideas for new runners and training for a half marathon

These Peanut Butter Apple Sandwiches with Granola are a great way to jazz up your snacks! Only 3 ingredients needed for a fun and healthy snack that is easy, quick and delicious!

Some of the best quick energy sources are high carb snacks for athletes, when you’re constantly on the go. Eating a high carb snack fuels your muscles, provides your brain with energy and help to keep you moving. In this article, we'll explore the benefits of high carb snacks for athletes and provide some examples of snacks to keep you fueled and performing at your best. You’ll want to eat enough carbs to support your goals for your sports nutrition performance plan.