Budget-Friendly Snack Ideas to Fuel Your Champion Athletes, Straight from Dollar Tree! 🏅🍎
- Dawn Weatherwax, RD,LD,ATC,CSCS
- Aug 18, 2024
- 6 min read
Updated: Jul 10
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Has this happened to you?
Coach surprised you with the request for snacks but you are running low on time and funds.
As a parent of an athlete keeping your young champion fueled and energized is essential. However, finding affordable and nutritious snacks can sometimes be a challenge. Here's a handy guide to help you provide the best snacks without breaking the bank! 🏆
Popcorn and Chips
🍿 Angie’s Boomchickapop Popcorn: A tasty, light snack that's easy to carry.
🍌 Goya Tostones Chips: Crunchy, satisfying, and perfect for a quick energy boost.
🥔 Samai Chips Plantain, Veggie: Nutritious and delicious, offering a variety of flavors.
🧀 Skinny Pop Popcorn: Available in regular and dairy-free options.
🍿 Sweet Chaos Popcorn: Easy to digest and eat.
Nuts and Seeds
🥜 Imperial Nuts Protein Blend: Packed with healthy fats to provide sustained energy.
🌰 Wonderful Pistachios: A great source of healthy fats for reduced inflammation.
🥜 Island Choice Dry Roasted Peanuts: Simple and wholesome.
Bagels, Crackers, and Pretzels
🥯 Elie’s Bagels: Quick and easy fuel.
🧀 Greta Crackers: Simple and quick energy.
🥨 Forrelli Saltine Crackers: Perfect for a light, crunchy snack.
🥨 H.K Anderson Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels: Sustained energy.
🥨 Snyder Pretzels: Easy to grab and go.
🧀 Sobisk Animal & Cheddar Cheese Crackers: Tasty and easy to eat.
Fruit & Veggie Snacks
🍊 Florida Natural Orange Juice: Refreshing and full of vitamin C.
🍃 Harvest Snap Peas: Nutrient rich carbohydrates for tasteful energy.
🍍 Libby’s Fruit Cups: – Pineapple Tidbits: Refreshing and hydrating.
🍇 Mariani Pitted Dates and Prunes: Nutrient rich, easy to digest carbohydrates.
🍎 So Natural Freeze Dried Mixed Fruit: A sweet treat that's also nutritious.
🍓 Wana Bana Fruit Purees & Smoothies: Portable and packed with vitamins.
🥒 Oh Snap Pickles: A crunchy, high-sodium snack to aid in ideal hydration.
Dairy and Protein
🐟 Bumble Bee Tuna: Easy to eat, on the go protein source.
🐟 Chicken of the Sea: Optimally recover and repair.
🧀 Frigo Cheese Heads String Cheese: Convenient and full of calcium.
🥩 Oberto Jerky: Iron rich for maximum energy.
🥛 Marcel’s Modern Pantry Milks, shelf stable: Great for recovery, especially chocolate milk.
🥛 Shamrock Farms Refrigerated Milk: Available in various flavors, ideal for post recovery.
Personal Experience From a Mom 👩👧👦
I've found that keeping a variety of these snacks on hand not only keeps my athlete happy but also ensures they have the energy to perform their best. Our go-to is always a mix of fruit cups and string cheese because they're both delicious and nutritious, and they never get tired of them!
Final Thoughts 💭
Providing snacks for your athletes doesn't have to be a chore or a financial burden. By choosing affordable, nutritious options, you can keep your athlete fueled and ready for action. Remember, the key is variety and balance to ensure they're getting the necessary nutrients to support their active lifestyle. 🌟
For More Nutrition Advice & Ask Your Questions
Check out SN2Go's Food for Speed Podcast on YouTube & DWSNA (Dawn Weatherwax’s Sports Nutrition Academy) Facebook Community
Happy snacking! 🎧
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Free Download: Dollar Tree Options
Hey sports parents! 🏆 Ever get the last-minute snack duty from your athlete’s coach? 🍎 Don't sweat it! We've got you covered with affordable and nutritious options from Dollar Tree that will keep your athletes fueled and ready to win! 🏅
Check out our free download with Dollar Tree options to fuel performance on a budget along with an AMAZON link to the items as well to make it easy!
Remember, your plate is your performance partner. Keep fueling those dreams and cheering from the sidelines!
Listen to the Podcast
For more insights into sports nutrition and athlete performance, check out our podcast, "Food for Speed," available on YouTube. Hosted by Dawn Weatherwax, a
renowned Sports RD (Registered Dietitian) and CEO of SN2Go and DWSNA, the podcast offers valuable tips and strategies
for optimizing nutrition.
Personalized Nutrition and Testing Services
At SN2Go, we provide personalized nutrition and testing services tailored to athletes' needs. Whether you're an individual, part of a team, club, or school, DWSNA offers expert guidance at your preferred pace.
Fueling Dreams
Thank you for joining us on this journey to better nutrition and peak performance. Fueling your body with the right nutrients can be a game-changer. Keep fueling those dreams and cheering from the sidelines!
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Keep running, keep fueling, and keep dreaming big!
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Fueling Youth Sports
Proper nutrition is a critical part of youth
sports. It's essential to understand how much fuel young athletes need, what they should eat, and when. Proper hydration also plays a significant role in their
performance and recovery. Join Dawn Weatherwax's Sports Nutrition Academy for comprehensive guidance on building a better student-athlete through nutrition and testing. This will optimize their growth, academic performance, and athletic ability.
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The Cheerios™ Team Challenge
The Cheerios™ Team Challenge is a fun and exciting way to promote healthy eating and team bonding. The challenge is simple: You, a DUO or a team must incorporate any Cheerios™ flavor in your meal or snack. Take a bite, Tag and post a pic
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Get ready to meet Dawn Weatherwax, the wonder woman behind Sports Nutrition 2Go and Dawn Weatherwax's Sports Nutrition Academy. She is the mastermind behind this challenge
and she is committed to promoting healthy eating habits among athletes, coaches, parents and everyone else. Don't wait, gather yourself, a DUO or a team and participate in the Cheerios Team Challenge today. Let's get this party started!
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✅ Top Dollar Tree Snack FAQs for Parents of Youth Athletes
1. What are the best snacks for athletes from Dollar Tree?
Dollar Tree offers great fueling options like string cheese, fruit cups, freeze-dried fruit, protein pretzels, and peanut butter-filled crackers—perfect for energy and recovery.
2. Can you really find healthy snacks at Dollar Tree?
Yes! Many Dollar Tree snacks contain clean ingredients, protein, and fast-digesting carbs like dried fruit, shelf-stable milk, tuna, and whole grain pretzels.
3. What should my athlete eat before practice on a budget?
Aim for a quick carb + protein combo like:
Banana + peanut butter
Fruit puree + pretzels
Popcorn + string cheese
Crackers + tuna pouch
4. What are good post-practice snacks from Dollar Tree?
Ideal options include:
Chocolate shelf-stable milk
Cheese sticks + fruit cup
Tuna + crackers
Jerky + apple sauce
Each delivers protein + carbs to refuel muscles and recover faster.
5. How much should I spend on team snacks?
You can fuel an entire team with balanced snacks for under $10–$15. Focus on shelf-stable, high-carb and moderate-protein snacks in bulk.
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