How to make pre-workout energy bites to fuel your body

Feeling tired and never want to exercise? Maybe it's what you eat before your workout. Try eating a few of these 30 minutes before you exercise. This recipe is from the awesome blog www.veggienook.com

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Gather your supplies. I used dried strawberries instead of goji berries. You can use whatever dried fruit you like. Dried apricots would probably be yummy!

Gather your supplies. I used dried strawberries instead of goji berries. You can use whatever dried fruit you like. Dried apricots would probably be yummy!

Put all of the ingredients (see supply list) in a food processor or powerful blender and blend until mixed.

Put all of the ingredients (see supply list) in a food processor or powerful blender and blend until mixed.

Form a ball. It will be VERY sticky! (I know what you're thinking this looks like. No comment.)

Form a ball. It will be VERY sticky! (I know what you're thinking this looks like. No comment.)

Shape into a log and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Shape into a log and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Place it in the freezer.

Place it in the freezer.

Before you workout slice some of it and enjoy. I keep it in the freezer because I like it very cold. You could keep it in the fridge. It's not a pretty looking snack but it will keep your body fueled.

  • 5.0 Large Medjool dates
  • 2.0Tbsp Goji berries or any dried fruit
  • 2.0Tbsp Coconut oil, melted
  • 1.0Tbsp Cacao powder
  • 1.0tsp Maca powder (optional)
  • 1.0tsp Spirulina powder (optional)
  • 1.0tsp Water
  • 1/2tsp Vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
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