You know the old saying, garbage in, garbage out? Well, it takes on a whole new meaning when it comes to riding horses and snacking. When you decide to go out on the track and have a good walk with your friends, it is important that you bring good snacks. Let’s take a look at some of the best nutritional snacks for ATV riding.
You may wonder what the problem is. After all, you are not racing or doing any kind of heavy riding. But sticking with the good stuff will result in more energy and less chance of hunger pangs or worse, stomach pain. Some foods just don’t feel good on a thrusting stomach.
Probably the most important thing is to ditch the juice, soda, and beer and replace them with plain water. And unless you’re really exerting a lot of energy with your trip, you probably don’t need energy drinks either. Basically you just need to stay hydrated and water does it better.
One of the best sandwiches to accompany water is old fruit. Bananas are a good option because they are full of potassium, which is good for the body. Apples and oranges are two other great fruits and they can be easier to transport without getting squashed. Eating any fruit is much better for you than just drinking juice, as it will help fill you up and stay hydrated.
Grab a baggy full of trail mix while you’re at it. Making your own is a good option to avoid the high sodium and sugar content of most prepackaged products. Mix together a cup of high fiber cereal, along with a half cup of nuts and unsweetened dried fruits like raisins or apricots. You can even add a sprinkle of chocolate chips to satisfy your sweet tooth.
If you are going to be riding your ATV all day, you can eat an energy bar instead of a regular lunch. They travel well and are packed with fiber to keep hunger at bay. Try to find a bar with a high proportion of protein. Avoid any that are high in sugar or carbohydrates. You want an energy bar, not a candy bar.
There really is no substitute for good nutritional snacks when riding your ATV. You wouldn’t fill your ATV with the leftover gas from the lawn mower, would you?