You’re about to put your body through living hell for the greatest feeling on earth. Congratulations on committing, now it’s time to put your mental and muscle to the test to see just how much you can take.

But before you walk up to the starting line focused and ready to destroy every obstacle in your path, take a few minutes to treat yourself. Yes, you read that right, treat yourself before the big day and so you can push yourself further, harder and faster than ever before. How? Simple…meal prep.

In the few days leading up to the race, stocking up on protein and packing your muscles with the energy needed to endure the Mudder is one of the best ways to reward yourself for the hours of race-prep, ounces of sweat and miles you’ve logged. Don’t just settle for your routine snacks and pre-race meals, you deserve more. Take a few minutes to enjoy the moment and fuel your fire with these mouth watering pre-Mudder protein packed snacks.

1. Apple Cinnamon Coconut Oatmeal

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2. Steak & Potato Pancake Sliders

These Steak and Potato Pancake Sliders are a perfect addition to your New Year’s Eve menu! To find this recipe, visit JOYofKOSHER.com and search ‘STEAK AND POTATO SLIDERS’ —————————————— We your Comments. Let us know what you think of this recipe, and tag a friend you’d share this with —————————————— #chanukahrecipes #happyhanukkah #latkes #latkerecipe #latkesliders #kosherfood #jewishfood #kosher #jewishrecipes #recipeshare #recipeideas #friedfood #potatopancakes #snackfood #snackrecipe #steakandpotato

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3. Chunky Monkey Baked Oatmeal

Nothing like a peanuttttyyyy butterrryyyy drizzle to make a Monday better ! . . Get this recipe by searching “Chunky Monkey Baked Oatmeal” on Running in a Skirt!

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4. Thai Fish Cakes

Indo – Thai fish cakes were on the menu last night. I deviated a fair bit from traditional Thai fish cakes, hence the ‘Indo’ reference. First of all I used smoked cod, that being because it was the only fish at the counter that was wild caught and organic. Then secondly I added some Indian spices (as always!) Gosh, they were punchy little fusion bites with a dipping sauce that I tried for the first time – a MUST try for anyone who loves a hot and spicy Thai dip. Yum. See my story for the full demo and recipe details. Hope you’re all having a great start to the week #thai #indian #fish #spicy #dinner

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5. Country Archer Teriyaki Beef Jerky

But it’s not. Handcrafted right here in the USA.

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