At Outdoor Fitness, we know that fueling your body with the right nutrients is just as important as staying active. This March, in celebration of Nutrition Month, our amazing coaches are excited to share their favorite go-to heathy recipes with you! Whether you need a quick pre or post workout snack, a nourishing meal, or a wholesome treat, we’ve got you covered. We hope you enjoy our simple, easy-to-make and delicious recipes that will keep you energized and feeling your best!
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Coach Janicke’s favorite go to Energizing Protein Balls for Pre or Post Workout Snack or Anytime Snack
3 cups organic sprouted rolled oats
1 cup peanut or almond butter
½ cup honey
½ cup protein powder of your choice (vanilla or chocolate)
2-3 TBSP hemp seeds
1 TBSP flax and or chia seeds
½ cup dark chocolate chips
3 cups organic sprouted rolled oats, 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup honey, half cup chocolate Vega protein powder, 3 TBSP hemp seeds, 1 TBSP flax seed, 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips. Combine all of the above together and then roll into bite sized energy balls!
Coach Janicke is a certified personal trainer, Precision Nutrition Coach and Outdoor Fitness Franchise Manager and coach.
Coach Jennifer’s Quinoa Oat Granola with Coconut
4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (gluten-free if preferred)
1+1/4 cup quinoa flakes (available at bulk food stores)
1 cup peeled, chopped hazelnuts, almonds or pecans
2/3 cup liquid coconut oil
2/3 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1 + 3/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 cup lightly packed raisins, dried cranberries or chopped dried apricots
Position rack in the middle of the oven and preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
Combine all ingredients well, except the dried fruit. When thoroughly mixed, spread the granola out in even layers on two rimmed baking sheets. Bake each sheet for 30 minutes, then toss the granola around with a large spatula to help all surfaces dry out and bake. Bake each sheet for another 20-30 minutes more until just beginning to turn colour. Allow to cool on racks, then add dried fruit and mix. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to three weeks.
I also like to toss in sunflower and/or pumpkin seeds at the mixing stage so they get toasted too. A mason jar full of this makes a great hostess gift as well!
Coach Jennifer is a certified personal trainer, Precision Nutrition Coach and Outdoor Fitness Coach.
Coach Kestle’s Oatmeal Blueberry Yogurt Pancakes (gluten free, high protein!)
1/2 Banana, medium ripe
1/3 cup Blueberries, fresh or frozen
1 Egg
1/2 cup Rolled oats, gluten free
1/2 tsp Baking powder
1/2 tsp Vanilla
1 container Siggi’s blueberry or vanilla bean yogurt
Place all ingredients except fresh blueberries into a blender; blend until smooth. You may need to add a teaspoon or two of almond milk if batter is way too thick. Set batter aside to thicken up for a few minutes. If batter is too thin, add a tablespoon or two more of oats and blend again
Lightly coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle with butter or cooking spray and heat over medium low heat. Drop batter by 1/4 cup onto skillet. Add a few blueberries on top. Cook until bubbles appear on top. Flip cakes and cook until golden brown on underside. Wipe skillet clean and repeat with more cooking spray and remaining batter. Makes 4 pancakes.
Coach Kestle is a certified Personal Trainer and Outdoor Fitness Coach!
Coach Teri’s Chocolate Trail Mix Bark
For this recipe, you’ll need about 3/4 cup toppings. Choose from any of the following, and chop or crush them if they’re large:
- Nuts: almonds, pecans, walnuts hazelnuts, pistachios, macadamias, cashews or peanuts
- Seeds, such as pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
- Dried fruit: dried cranberries, cherries, apricots, candied ginger
- Orange/Lemon rind
- Coconut: dried unsweetened coconut flakes or shredded coconut
- Candy canes
- Pretzels
Coach Teri is a certified personal trainer, Outdoor Fitness Franchise Manager and coach.
Coach Christy’s Glow Getter Latte
Looking for a protein-packed, deliciously creamy shake to fuel your day? My Glow Getter Latte is the perfect blend of plant-based protein, collagen, natural sweetness, and an energizing coffee kick.
Whether it’s for post-workout recovery, a midday pick-me-up, or a meal replacement, this latte has you covered!
- 1 frozen banana (Tip: When bananas start to go bad, I make banana bread with one half, then cut the other half in half and freeze them on a cookie tray. Once frozen, I store them in a Tupperware so I always have frozen bananas on hand!)
- 1 handful of ice cubes
- 1 scoop Thrive Vanilla Plant-Based Protein (Made in Collingwood, Ontario—so good!)
- 1 scoop chocolate collagen powder (Right now, I’m trying the ORGANIKA chocolate enhanced collagen protein, and it’s delicious! Any chocolate protein powder will do, or if you’re using an unsweetened protein and collagen powder, you can add a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa for that chocolate flavor.) • 1 scoop nut butter (I use almond butter, but peanut butter or powdered PB works too!)
- 1 cup cooled coffee (I make a French press coffee in the morning and leave the leftover coffee to cool for later use.)
- 1 cup coconut water
- ½ cup oat milk (or adjust to reach your preferred texture—thicker or creamier!)
Blend everything at once – Add frozen banana, ice, protein powder, chocolate collagen, nut butter, coconut water, oat milk, and cooled coffee into a blender. Blend until smooth – You want a thick and creamy texture. Blend everything together until it’s perfectly smooth. If it’s too thick, you can add a bit more liquid to reach your desired consistency. Enjoy immediately – Best served fresh and delicious!
At Outdoor Fitness, we believe that proper nutrition is essential for maximizing your fitness potential, and what better way to celebrate Nutrition Month than by sharing some of our coaches favorite healthy recipes! From energizing protein balls to nutrient-packed smoothies, these easy-to-make, delicious options are designed to fuel your body, enhance your workouts, and support your overall well-being. We hope you enjoy these simple, nourishing recipes and feel inspired to incorporate them into your routine.
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