Snack-time is essential. When you expect your body to work hard all day long, you must provide it with a continuous source of nutrient-rich fuel. Take along a bag of our Trail Mix with Honey Oat Clusters . Snacks such as this provide a wealth of essential fatty acids found in nuts and seeds, as well as nutrients found in the dried fruits. Many packaged granolas and trail mixes can be quite high in sugar and fats, so be sure to read the labels carefully and select those that are as minimally processed as possible.
Fluids are fuel too.
One of our bodies' more easily recognized signals for hydration is heat - we drink water to cool down. Outdoors, in the cold, we may be less likely to recognize this signal, but the body still requires fluids to regulate internal temperatures and maintain blood volume and circulation. Drinking fluids throughout the day may also pose an inconvenience on the slopes. You can solve this problem with a sports beverage right before you head up the mountain. These fluid-replacement drinks provide water, as well as electrolytes such as sodium and potassium, which help the body absorb fluids.