Trail Happy

Running has given me the courage to start, the determination to keep trying, and the childlike spirit to have fun along the way. Run often and run long, but never outrun your joy of running. Julie Isphording

Another recipe for you to try on your next run! Made these energy bites for our run on Sunday and they tasted wonderful! Combine 1 cup oats, 1/2 cup each peanut butter and graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup honey, 1/4 cup milk chocolate chips in a bowl. Chill 30 minutes. Shape into balls, tucking a mini marshmallow inside each ball. Chill in an airtight container. Makes 14-16... Enjoy the recipe and continue to exercise and enjoy the outdoors!

Here is an easy recipe for a running snack to carry in your pack when out on the trails or one to have at home for the family. Enjoy! Superfood Energy Balls Author: Brittany Mullins Prep Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes Yield: 15 balls... These superfood energy balls take a mere 7 ingredients and only 10 minutes to whip up. Make a batch today and you’ll have a portable healthy snack option for the week! Ingredients and Instructions: 1 cup old fashioned oats 1/2 cup almond butter 1/4 cup ground flaxseed 2 Tablespoons superfood berry mix or favorite dried fruit 3 medjool dates, pitted 1 Tablespoon maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1. Combine dates, almond butter and maple syrup in food processor and pulse until dates are fully chopped and everything is combined. 2. In a bowl mix together oats, flax, dried fruit and cinnamon. Add date and almond butter mixture and stir until fully combined. 3. Roll into 1 inch balls. Place balls into an airtight container and store in the fridge or freezer for snacking throughout the week.