Healthy Buffs: How to fuel your way through finals
Whether you have papers, presentations or exams coming up, finals are demanding on our minds and bodies. Eating healthy snacks and getting physically active can help us improve our retention of information, energy levels, concentration and stress levels. Here are some great snack and activity ideas to keep you fueled, full and focused during finals week.
Morning Snack
Low-sugar yogurt + 1 tbsp. high fiber cereal + 1/2 cup berries
Afternoon Snack
2 corn tortillas + 1-2 tbsp. cream or goat cheese + tomatoes
Activity
20 minute walk outside with a friend
Morning Snack
1 medium apple or banana + 2 tbsp. peanut butter
Afternoon Snack
1/2 turkey sandwich with mayo + veggies
Activity
Free Friday Power Hour at The Rec
Morning Snack
25 almonds + 1 small piece of fruit
Afternoon Snack
2 hardboiled eggs + mayo/mustard + 1 slice whole grain bread
Activity
Take a lap around Pearl Street
Morning Snack
Smoothie with milk of choice + yogurt + fruit
Afternoon Snack
Carrot or celery sticks + 1/4 cup hummus + string cheese
Activity
Walk or bike to your favorite coffee shop or study spot.
Morning Snack
3 cups microwave popcorn + string cheese
Afternoon Snack
1 whole wheat tortilla + 1/4 avocado + 1-2 slices of turkey
Activity
Go bouldering in the climbing gym for free during Free Finals Week at The Rec.
Morning Snack
1/2 cup cottage or ricotta cheese + 1/2 cup fruit
Afternoon Snack
1 mini bagel with veggie cream cheese or peanut butter
Activity
Join a .
Morning Snack
Trail mix with 10 unsalted nuts + 1 tbsp. raisins + 1 tbsp. dried cranberries
Afternoon Snack
Lettuce wrap with tuna or chicken salad + mayo + veggies
Activity
Relax and enjoy break!
Resources
- The Student Recreation Center has a number of free activities during finals week, including climbing gym access, fitness classes, skating and more!
- Want to learn more about nutrition? Stop by the Wellness Suite in the Rec Center to get a free nutrition consultation. Available from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays. No appointment necessary.