A few weeks ago, Rob and I hit up the bulk bins at Sprouts and bought about 2 pounds of their trail mix on sale.

Well, we devoured the stash in about two weeks. Instead of buying trail mix from their bulk bin again (not on sale), I decided to make my own. I usually make trail mix when Rob and I are going camping and hiking, but I rarely ate it during a regular day.

That has all changed. I pack a little tupperware of trail mix for work and find that having a handful or two between classes keeps me energized and curbs my hunger until lunch. This is great since lunch isn’t until noon and my first class is at 7:15. Five hours is a long time without a snack!

My mixture for this Energy Boosting Trail Mix is pretty simple:

Easiest recipe in the world: mix all the ingredients together.

I like to have a ratio of more nuts and raisins to chocolate. My perfect bit is a cashew, an almond, about 3 raisins, and one m&m. (Very particular, I know.)

Store the trail mix in an airtight container and try to stop yourself from housing it in a day or two flat.

Best thing about trail mix: versatility. Other items you could add:

• M&M variety: This one has regular and pretzel.
• Craisins
• Other dried fruits chopped into small pieces
• Chocolate / White chocolate chips
• Butterscotch / Caramel chips

RQ: How do you keep your energy up throughout the day? If you’re a trail mixer, what is your favorite bite?

Brooke Selb

I’m Brooke Selb, a Personal Trainer and Health Coach specializing in helping busy moms and moms to be to easily juggle mom life with family friendly recipes, and easy exercise routines to help you achieve your fitness goals that fit in with your already busy life with sound nutritional advice.