4 Favorite Energizing Snacks

I have 4 “Go To” snacks I turn to during my busiest of days that give me the lift and satisfaction I need to stay on track with my fitness goals.

I have tracked what I eat, how my body feels, how my body looks and how my body performs for the past 5 years now.

Based on the feedback my body gives my, I feel my best, have the most energy and am ale to maintain my strength and fat loss results with snacks based around high quality protein and produce sources.

Protein provides a lasting source of energy so you stay satisfied and when you are satisfied you are not eating mindless snacks…plus protein is essential for boosting your metabolism. Not only does it cause your body to burn more calories to digest but protein is the essential component of your Muscles!

Produce is simply your fruits and veggies.

Right now the Fit Yummy Mummy’s at ClubFYM are taking on a Power of 10 Challenge with the goal being to eat 10 servings of produce a day – can you imagine the results they will soon share with you?!?!

Eat more produce, Eat Less Crap, Create a Healthy, THRIVING Metabolism…..

So, as you can guess – I have cut out dead, processed foods, avoid milk and I also avoid wheat based products for they leave me feeling bloated and drain my energy. And most recently I have cut out the caffeine!

My energy levels come from eating foods that are full of life and energy and of course my short burst workouts. Swap your snacks for the energizing snacks listed below – and yes, these are my Current Faves – and see what a difference they make to YOUR energy levels with the bonus being Increased Fat Loss!

1. Greek Yogurt, Cherries & Walnuts

Greek yogurt is super high protein – just 1 container has 15 grams! I choose plain to avoid any added sugars plus I like to flavor my own. In this case I love adding Cherries and Walnuts (or even pecans). Cherries are a go to fave for I can buy a huge bag of frozen cherries at Sam’s Club for about $5.

2. Edamame & Pears

Edamame – shelled soy beans – is Packed with a plant based Protein. Just 1/2 cup has 12 grams of protein. These bite sized, slightly nutty tasting “beans” are a great snack when paired with a Pear. I keep a bag of frozen edamame on hand for fun and easy snacks like this.

3. Grapefruit & Hard Boiled Egg

Every time I eat a grapefruit I feel as if I am eating sunshine. This is one of the most refreshing, energizing go to fruits for me. I like to have a 10 lb. bag on hand that I find at Sam’s Club for less than $10! Eggs – a perfect source of protein, be sure to choose organic – go great with my grapefruit. I usually have a 1/2 dozen hard boiled eggs on hand – but if I do not, cooking an egg takes a mere minutes.

4. Rolled Oats & Prograde

There are a lot of overly processed “whole grains” out there that just do not cut it. My find and favorite is Bob’s Red Mill 5 Grain Rolled Oats cereal – find it in my local grocery in the whole foods section – was actually on sale this week for less than $2 a 1 pound bag – I stock up ; )

The quickest, tastiest most satisfying rolled oats snack for me is to mix with one of my Prograde powders. I have a Chocolate Meal Replacement on hand as well as the new Vanilla Protein Powder.

I have 2 different ways I like to prepare this snack.

1. Dry

Just mix dry oats with a scoop of prograde powder and a little water or almond milk.

2. Cooked

I will add water or almond milk to the oats and cook or allow to sit overnight in the fridge so the oats absorb the liquid by the morning, then reheat. I add the prograde powder and eat!

Yes, I will eat a fruit with either one. Typically throw in some fresh/frozen berries or 1/4 cup of dried fruit.

The bonus for why these work so well….they are Interchangeable! Mix and Match these snacks to create a variety of energizing snacks for every day of the week!

Having a great foundation of energizing, supportive snacks on hand makes it that much easier for you to reach your body shaping goals.

Print this list out and Use it as is or create your own using these energizing guidelines!

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