🍫 Christmas Gifts for Swimmers: Day 11 – Snacks for Energy & Meet-Day Fuel
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Swimmers burn tons of calories during training and long meet days — which makes snacks one of the best practical gifts you can give. Day 11 of our Christmas Gifts for Swimmers series is all about healthy, high-energy snacks that keep kids and adults fueled, focused, and ready to race.
🍫 1. simplyFUEL Whole-Food Protein Balls (Chocolate Coconut Peanut Butter)
Price: $17.99
Prices are current as the time of writing and may vary.
Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4oThJHHWhy Swimmers Love It
- Each serving contains 8g of whole-food protein for balanced meet-day energy.
- Made with clean ingredients: gluten-free oats, honey, natural peanut butter, whey protein, and real coconut.
- Includes Bacillus coagulans probiotics to support gut health.
- Comes in a resealable pouch, perfect for snacking between events.
- Tastes like dessert… but fuels like sports nutrition.
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🧠 2. IQBAR Peanut Butter Chip – Brain & Body Protein Bars (12 Count)
Price: $24.99
Prices are current as the time of writing and may vary.
Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/48Qa72OPerfect for Swimmers Who Need Clean, Long-Lasting Energy
- 12g plant protein, 1–2g sugar, and only 2–3g net carbs.
- Designed to support focus, fullness, and long workouts/practices.
- Diet-friendly for almost everyone: vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, keto-friendly.
- High in fiber + healthy fats for steady energy release — no sugar crash.
- Great pre-practice, between races, or as a quick breakfast on meet mornings.
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🍓 3. JUNKLESS Chewy Granola Bars – 4-Flavor Variety Pack (24 Bars)
Price: $19.19 (Sale)
Prices are current as the time of writing and may vary.
Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/4aISIeTWhy Swimmers & Parents Love These Bars
- Includes 24 individually wrapped bars in 4 flavors:
- Chocolate Chip
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
- Cinnamon Roll
- Real Strawberry
- Made with clean ingredients — Non-GMO, gluten-free, Kosher, and free of artificial colors, preservatives, HFCS, and hydrogenated oils.
- Kid-approved flavors and easy for throwing into swim bags, lunch boxes, or meet-day coolers.
- A healthier option for swimmers who need steady energy without junk.
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🎄 Final Thoughts: Snacks That Keep Swimmers Fueled & Focused
These snacks are perfect for swimmers of all ages — whether they need fast fuel between races, a nutritious breakfast before a long practice, or a healthy treat in their swim bag. Nutritious, tasty, and portable… exactly what swimmers need to perform at their best.
Ready for Day 12 of our Christmas Gifts for Swimmers series?
