When you’re standing in a store looking at a long aisle of bars, they can all kind of blend together and look the same. But in fact, the ingredients and nutritional value of each bar can vary widely. Choosing the right bar for you can have a significant impact on your energy levels and performance during exercise, as well as limiting digestive issues which can affect many people when eating while exercising.
For most people, endurance activities like cycling, running and hiking need regular sources of food, if undertaken for longer than an hour. And energy bars are a quick and easy way to re-fuel on the go. But which one should you choose? In part 1 we discussed the 3 key aspects to look at when selecting an energy bar — macronutrient ratio, ingredients, and additional vitamins/minerals. Click here to watch that video.
In part 2, today, we’ll be putting this knowledge into practice and reviewing 5 popular energy bars in detail. The bars we’ll be looking at are Larabar, Simply Protein, Kind, Clif and Quest. Which bar will prove to be the best energy bar for endurance exercise? Find out in this video!
As I mention in the video, if you have the time, these homemade cycling energy bites are my favourite way to fuel during a bike, run or hike. Their nutritional breakdown is perfect for endurance activities, and they’re made with all whole ingredients and no preservatives.
But when life gets busy, an energy bar can be a quick and easy way to fuel your exercise.
Is there another bar you’d like to see reviewed? Let me know in the comments below!
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