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.
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
Low-sugar yogurt + 1 tbsp. high fiber cereal + 1/2 cup berries
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
2Â corn tortillas + 1-2 tbsp. cream or goat cheese + tomatoes
ÌýÌýActivity
20 minute walk outside with a friend
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
1Â medium apple or banana + 2 tbsp. peanut butter
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
1/2Â turkey sandwich with mayo + veggies
ÌýÌýActivity
Free Friday Power Hour at The Rec
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
25Â almonds + 1 small piece of fruit
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
2Â hardboiled eggs + mayo/mustard + 1 slice whole grain bread
ÌýÌýActivity
Take a lap around Pearl Street
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
Smoothie with milk of choice + yogurt + fruit
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
Carrot or celery sticks + 1/4 cup hummus + string cheese
ÌýÌýActivity
Walk or bike to your favorite coffee shop or study spot.Â
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
3Â cups microwave popcorn + string cheese
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
1Â whole wheat tortilla + 1/4 avocado + 1-2 slices of turkey
ÌýÌýActivity
Go bouldering in the climbing gym for free during Free Finals Week at The Rec.
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
1/2Â cup cottage or ricotta cheese + 1/2 cup fruit
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
1 mini bagel with veggie cream cheese or peanut butter
ÌýÌýActivity
Join a .ÌýÌý
ÌýÌýMorning Snack
Trail mix with 10 unsalted nuts + 1 tbsp. raisins + 1 tbsp. dried cranberries
ÌýÌýAfternoon Snack
Lettuce wrap with tuna or chicken salad + mayo + veggies
ÌýÌýActivity
Relax and enjoy break!