10. They're just plain delicious. There are four flavors to choose from: Apple Mango Strawberry, Banana Blueberry, Pear Apple Peach and the newest awesome flavor (introduced just a few months ago!) Pear Blackberry. With the variety of flavors that are all tasty, I don't ever get "burnt out" on a flavor. Frankly, I like them all and my "favorite" tends to change day-to-day.
9. They're easy to store. I currently have boxes of them stacked in my pantry. However, a friend and training buddy introduced me to the fabulous idea of keeping them refrigerated. They are SUPER refreshing to come home to after a long run or ride. Another fun idea is keeping them in a small cooler in your car for after an event. YUM!
8. The individual pouches are resealable. If you only want a small quick hit, you can easily screw the lid back on (I can even easily do this while cycling using my mouth and one hand) and you have the rest ready to enjoy later.
7. Performance Energy Blends can be a great food option pre-, during, and post- activity. The package states "Take 1 pouch 30-60 minutes before training or competition to top off your energy stores, and/or as part of your refueling plan during activity." I personally also enjoy them after a workout or event as well. They're quite refreshing!
6. They make a great "emergency" food option. Since they are so portable and easy to consume, I keep some all over the place for a quick and easy snack option. I typically have some in my purse...in my car...and in each of my gym bags...you never know when you might need a quick, energizing snack!
5. They're easy and quick to consume. I was quickly able to master taking the lid off with my teeth while cycling. Once the lid is off, it's very easy to suck the fruit purée from the package. I like the hands-free aspect of the package once the lid is off...great for speedy transitions as well!
4. Performance Energy Blends are free of all major allergens (a must for me)! They contain NO gluten, dairy, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish or shellfish! Hooray!
3. They are SUPER portable when cycling....they fit nicely into a cycling jersey and/or bicycle frame bag (in a pinch I've also shoved one in my sports bra).
2. Cat-approved: Kitties like them too! Seriously.
During one of my solo training rides this summer, I came across a teeny-tiny, sad and injured kitten shaking in the ditch next to a cornfield (I hail from the Midwest). I stopped and was instantly smitten with the little guy. He wouldn't drink any water (I tried to squirt some in his little mouth to no avail) so I had the "bright" idea to see if he had any interest in the PowerBar Performance Energy Blend I had tucked into my cycling jersey. He LOVED it!
After his little snack, I ended up carrying him in my cycling jersey back to where I had parked...Here he is, nestled next to more Performance Energy Blends:
Later, I had him checked out by a vet...and after a few minor medical procedures, gave him to my sister and niece who adopted him (he STILL loves his Performance Energy Blends by the way!).
1. In my opinion, the BEST thing about Performance Energy Blends is the fact that are made with real fruit...read the ingredients yourself if you don't believe me.
(Apple Mango Strawberry: Dual Source Energy Blend (Apples, Mango Puree [Mango Puree Concentrate, Water], Dextrose, Strawberry Puree), and less than 2% of: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol Acetate).)
Actual fruit is pureed to make these products. I don't know about you, but I do my best to eat real food at all times. Some sports nutrition products tend to upset my stomach, but these awesome fruity products have never done so and I actually can feel good about putting them into my body.
Naturally, writing this blog post made me crave a yummy Performance Energy Blend...so this Banana Blueberry one made its way into my body to power me through writing...yum!
3. They are SUPER portable when cycling....they fit nicely into a cycling jersey and/or bicycle frame bag (in a pinch I've also shoved one in my sports bra).
2. Cat-approved: Kitties like them too! Seriously.
During one of my solo training rides this summer, I came across a teeny-tiny, sad and injured kitten shaking in the ditch next to a cornfield (I hail from the Midwest). I stopped and was instantly smitten with the little guy. He wouldn't drink any water (I tried to squirt some in his little mouth to no avail) so I had the "bright" idea to see if he had any interest in the PowerBar Performance Energy Blend I had tucked into my cycling jersey. He LOVED it!
After his little snack, I ended up carrying him in my cycling jersey back to where I had parked...Here he is, nestled next to more Performance Energy Blends:
When we arrived safely back to where my car was parked, I gave him another snack.
1. In my opinion, the BEST thing about Performance Energy Blends is the fact that are made with real fruit...read the ingredients yourself if you don't believe me.
(Apple Mango Strawberry: Dual Source Energy Blend (Apples, Mango Puree [Mango Puree Concentrate, Water], Dextrose, Strawberry Puree), and less than 2% of: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol Acetate).)
Actual fruit is pureed to make these products. I don't know about you, but I do my best to eat real food at all times. Some sports nutrition products tend to upset my stomach, but these awesome fruity products have never done so and I actually can feel good about putting them into my body.Naturally, writing this blog post made me crave a yummy Performance Energy Blend...so this Banana Blueberry one made its way into my body to power me through writing...yum!
Check them out--you won't be sorry. Happy training!
