The Pro Bar Review and Giveaway
I recently partnered with Pro Bar to sample a mix pack of their protein bars and Bolt Energy Chews. When the box arrived I was so excited! With the Eugene Half Marathon less than a month away, I need serious nutrition to get me through and Pro Bar came through.
My husband is fairly picky when it comes to food. So you know it's a good sign when something I have received for a blog review goes mysteriously missing. Yep, he grabbed a Pro Bar or two before I even had a chance to try them! Sneaky. However, that in itself should count as a glowing review. He loved them. Picky eater approved!!
What was in the box?
I opted to try the Ultimate 15 Pack. I was able to try three different flavors each of PROBAR Bite, PROBAR Meal, PROBAR Fuel, PROBAR Bolt and PROBAR Base. I was impressed with all of the different products. My favorites had to be the PROBAR Meal Chocolate Coconut Flavor and the Bolt Energy Chews for during my runs. I have already ordered more because I am in runner fuel heaven when having them.
What made each PRO BAR great
PROBAR Meal - This is the original PRO Bar. It's great for long runs or long hikes because it packs a lot of flavor, nutrients and calories. It's also perfect for a day at Disney World, as we discovered at our recent trip to Florida. You need energy to go all day in the Magical Kingdom :) With 9 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber and packing 370 calories, these bars can be used more to replace a meal or as an extra energy boost when you need it most during hard, long 2 hour+ workouts or runs.
PROBAR Bolt - When I'm on a long run I need quick energy that won't weight me down. I am not a fan of gels, they are too sweet and I just can't get past the texture. I do like gummies and these were the best I have had. They don't leave a weird aftertaste like some other brands I have tried. These are more natural. I tried flavors both with and without caffeine and for me they gave similar energy. But keep in mind, caffeine doesn't affect me much.
These are packed with electrolytes, B-vitamins and carbohydrates to keep you going strong during training or when sprinting to the finish! Strawberry was my favorite flavor, but I will use them all in my training.
PROBAR Bite - I am a personal trainer at the gym and often have clients back to back. I sometimes need a quick energy boost and the PROBAR Bites were the perfect compliment to my day. I especially like that they are infused with greens and contain 6 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber. These keep me going strong! With less calories than the PROBAR Meal bars, they are the perfect snack.
PROBAR Fuel - This bar is lower in calories than others. I love anything Strawberry, so naturally I tried this one first. It was juicy, flavorful and perfect pre-workout. I kind of picture it somewhere between a fruit leather and an energy bar. It has a lot of pureed fruit, but also nuts and 3 grams of protein. It was only 160 calories, so great pre-run energy. I also loved that it was packed with chia seeds and for all my gluten intolerant friends, this little bar is gluten-free!
PROBAR Base - The PROBAR Base is packed with 20 grams of plant based protein. As a vegetarian this is really important to me. Most bars infused with vegan proteins taste chalky and leave a bad taste in your mouth for hours. These did neither. They tasted great and I definitely will be going back for more. If I need a pick-me-up midday this protein packed bar does the trick every time.
So, I have found my new training partner in PROBAR. I can't wait to see how their fuel helps me do at the Eugene Half Marathon on May 1st. Stay tuned to my blog and social accounts for all things training, fueling and racing in the coming months!
Win Your Own Box of The PRO BAR
Now for the fun part - it's giveaway time! PROBAR wants to give you the chance to try out a box of your own PROBAR's! They are so generous. Give 'em some love please and be sure to enter via Rafflecopter below!