10 GREAT AFTER-WORKOUT SNACKS
Whether you’re active on a sports team or playing with your friends, it’s important to recharge with a healthy snack.
Proper nutrition is one of the best ways to keep you going strong and replenish your body with essential vitamins and minerals to maintain an active healthy lifestyle!
Take a look at these hearty snacks and try one after your next workout.
Greek Yogurt: Full of protein to build and repair muscles, Greek yogurt has a thick, rich texture and is packed full of nutrients. You can drizzle honey, or top it with some fresh fruit and granola. Packed full of probiotics, greek yogurt is also great for your digestive system!
Cheese & Crackers: This classic combination has tons of protein and other vitamins and minerals to satisfy your cravings. Try tons of different varieties such as cheddar, creamy swiss, or spicy pepper jack.
Trail Mix: Fill up with tons of healthy items such as nuts, dried fruit and granola. With so many combinations, you’ll never get tired of this delicious snack to go. Unsalted nuts and seeds are great sources of protein and vitamins to build immunity and energy.
Peanut Butter: Crunchy or smooth, this snack favorite has tons of possibilities. Great for dipping with celery, pretzels, and even bananas, peanut butter is full of protein to keep you healthy and strong.
Hummus: Another perfect dip. Made with chick peas and other flavors, this exotic snack goes great with vegetables of all varieties. Stay lean with a snack that’s always light, delicious and full of protein and heart-healthy fats.
Wrap it Up: Wrap up your favorite lean lunchmeats such as ham or turkey in a warm pita or tortilla. Top it off with some delicious vegetables and a slice of cheese. Healthy wraps are quick and easy for on-the-go fun.
Healthy Cereal: Always great when you’re short on time, this classic snack has tons of nutrients. Skip the sugar and go straight for the healthy options. Try almond or soymilk as a delicious alternative.
Protein Bar: Quick and perfect for on the go, protein bars come in tons of fun flavors and varieties to satisfy your cravings. Grab an assortment and you’ll stay full for hours.
Eggs: Prepared any way you like them, eggs are essential to any diet. They’re loaded with protein and other nutrients that will keep you feeling your best. A low calorie protein, eggs contain tons of vitamins and minerals needed to recharge.
Get moving and snack on!
Tell us what some of your post workout snack favorites are!
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