Do you like Clif bars??? Other recovery foods?
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Vega Vibrancy Bars in chocolate decadence omg.....
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Here's a link to others made by Clif Bar Company: http://www.clifbar.com/food/products/ It also shows the nutrition values of each of them so you can compare.I used to use them as one of my food groups. I've since cut them out, and then noticed I felt better for it. Also have tried to reduce the amount of Soy that comes into my system, almost all the different bars out there have soy in them.
For now I avoid any processed foods/bars for pre, post, or during workouts and just try to get what I need for the day in my meals.0 -
I like them but they're more of a treat. My favorite is chocolate peanut butter, then white macadamia nut. I once found them for 50 cents each at Whole Foods just before I went volunteering in the desert mountains of Arizona so yeah I spent a week mostly feeding myself on Cliffbars haha. For post-workout I usually make my own protein shakes.0
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LOVE Clif Bars... I buy the chocolate mint bars by the box!
I don't use them as a post-workout or recovery snack -- too heavy in my opinion.
However, I do use them as a meal replacement when there is not time for a proper meal while working in the ER.0 -
Are people unaware of Quest Bars on this forum? Phenomenal taste and probably the best profile on the market.
Yes, I eat Clif, Builder's, Oh Yeah!, and all that just because they taste good, but Quest is the ultimate bar all around.0 -
Clif bars taste pretty good ( especially the chocolate chip coconut flavor) but they're around 240-250 calores & only 10g of protein. I can make a protin shake for 210 calories that is 30g of protein, greek yogurt and a homemade pumpkin protein bar for 250 calories that is 31g of protein. I keep one in my purse for emergency food, but I rarely eat them...just not worth it to me calorie-wise.0
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I eat Clif bars almost daily. I find them satisfying and delicious, unless most granola bars, which are a waste of calories. Just keep in mind they have a lot of sugar, I have to cut out dessert some days because of it. Coconut Chocolate Chip is the best, with Chocolate Mint at a close second.0
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Are people unaware of Quest Bars on this forum? Phenomenal taste and probably the best profile on the market.
Yes, I eat Clif, Builder's, Oh Yeah!, and all that just because they taste good, but Quest is the ultimate bar all around.
Yeah I am a fan of Quest bars. Since my gym started selling them I don't eat Cliff bars as often. They are also perfect for me for pre-workout. Not too heavy. Then my gym started selling Darryl's All Natural N R GY bars - holy cow- they blow both of these out of the water. They have tons of protein but are a little higher on calories which is fine for me before a long run. Unfortunately it's a small Canadian company so I doubt most people can get them.0 -
If you haven't tried Quest Bars, I prefer them to Cliff. My favorite is the chocolate chip cookie dough one.0
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I would be interested to hear what people think of Mojo bars. I love them, but they might not be so healthy...
I have to say about Clif bars...I was amazed how much sugar they have in them. They keep pushing my sugar allotment way up! I do love them though and find them super convenient for breakfast with a piece of fruit when I'm running around.0 -
I eat Clif bars almost daily. I find them satisfying and delicious, unless most granola bars, which are a waste of calories. Just keep in mind they have a lot of sugar, I have to cut out dessert some days because of it. Coconut Chocolate Chip is the best, with Chocolate Mint at a close second.
Oooh! Thanks for reminding me that the coconut choco chip ones existed. Going to pick a few up on the impending grocery run tonight!0 -
I love cliff bars (chocolate mint is my favourite) however I don't use them as recovery food. They are often part of a pre-race meal for me or sometimes as a pre-workout snack. They are billed as energy bars and do have some calories in them.
They won't "ruin" your diet unless you over eat but I don't think they are the best food out there. If you like them and they replace a less wise food choice and fit in your macros, go ahead.0 -
No , I do not consumme them, I do a protein shake with added glutimine, rice cakes , almond butter and 1/2 apple.0
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I have become a protein bar addict. Obsessed with trying every one I come across and most are good. I didn't like Quest bars at first but now I love them too.0
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If I have to eat something processed, exercise/fitness/recovery/energy related food is by far and wide the winner over fast food, sugar laden eating. I try to keep some on hand, but... I ran out. Headed to the store soon.0
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I don't use Clif bars to replace meals, but I do use them to prepare or recover from a long run. Peanut toffee buzz is my favorite, because it has caffeine in it.
It's one of the small bits of caffeine that I still allow myself, really helps to pick me up after a 9 miler0 -
I will take one with me if I am going on a long hike or bike ride as a little extra energy. That is the only time I eat them.0
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I have become a protein bar addict. Obsessed with trying every one I come across and most are good. I didn't like Quest bars at first but now I love them too.
Have you tried them heated up in the microwave? So much better0 -
If you normally eat a 250 calorie snack then feel free to eat them in place of that, if you are just adding them to your diet you are just adding in more calories. Work them into your calorie intake.0
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They are not intended to be replacement bars but with that said, I don't really use them they are too tough to digest while on the go. Many of the aid stations have them as food offerings but they are super calorie dense as stated above. I prefer to have liquid calories I can sip on them even when my stomach shuts down to prevent the bonk. I find my stomach shuts down after about 7hr mark and doesn't begin to take back in food until after the 14-15hr mark so solid food is out for at least half of my days.0
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