These boys are awesome! Short version...we have a little history with Dan. Met him about 5 years ago at a local XTERRA race. We have grown to love Dan and all that he has taught both Justin and I about life, fitness, and just health in general. Not to mention the fact he is a great friend. Dan comes to Birmingham (from South Africa) about once a year and we always reunite around race time. This year we had the pleasure of meeting Brad and getting to spend the whole week with these two guys. They stayed at our house, which blessed Justin and I more than they will ever know. As you can see..our little boys enjoyed having the big boys around too.
Because both Dan and Brad are professional athletes, it's their job to be and eat healthy. So, when two guys like this move in for the week, it not only brings out the insecurities of every aspect of our lives that aren't up to par...the curiosity also emerges on the what, why and how behind all the things they do.
I will say, Dan and Brad were both so gracious with their time and words to Justin and I. They encouraged us more than they will ever know. It was so awesome for me personally b/c I'm so interested in health, food and fitness. I was picking their brains every chance I got. I was happy to hear the words..."you're on the right track" but I also got some real practical pointers while they were here. It was also great to cook with them at night and actually get to see how they do what they do.
So one recipe/meal we took away from the boys being here...I wanted to share...
Dan went to Whole Foods and created this AH-MAZING trail mixture that we combined with fruit and greek yogurt for breakfast. Here is the man in action. And yes, that was one massive bowl of trail mix.
After they left, I decided to hit up Whole Foods and create my own trail mix. There is an area that has organic nuts, seeds, grains...where you serve yourself and package up the portions you want.
I ended up with:
- oats
- coconut
- sunflower seeds
- raisins
- cashews
- almonds
- pumpkin seeds
Then I dumped it all in a bowl and mixed....
Final step...spoon some greek yogurt in a bowl, top with fresh fruit and a couple spoonfuls of trail mix (for a treat we add a little honey) and YUMMMMM... you have a seriously awesome, filling and healthy breakfast.
I'm always looking for something that is filling and yummy. This is definitely both and very easy to make.
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