Thursday, July 16, 2009

Healthy Food Options for the Track

Have you ever been to a NASCAR race (or any sproting event for that matter) and noticed the food choices? If you haven't, let's just say there is NOT much to chose from if you eat clean and it is rather expensive too!

To stay true to my healthy lifestyle and save money, I pack a cooler filled with portable snacks and food that is nutritious and tasty too - even cold!

Here's what's planned for my next trip to the track:

Plenty of water
Homemade Granola with walnuts and raisins
Hardboiled egg whites
Grape tomatoes
Apple slices and/or dried papaya and apple rings
Grilled Chicken and Onions
Boiled Red Potatoes
Steamed green beans and carrots
Sweet and Sour Cucumber slices

All of this is portioned and put into baggies and/or Ziploc containers in my cooler. I use bottled water that is frozen for ice packs, so as it thaws, I have cold water to drink! I also take my 64 oz. water jug too!

I also take my muffins instead of the granola if I am doing a lot of walking!

Preparation is keep to eating healthy! Plan ahead and those Track Dogs and Fries won't call your name!!!