Outdoor sports: recharge your batteries in nature

Outdoor sports: recharge your batteries in nature

Outdoor exercise is one of the most primal forms of physical activity. Studies show that outdoor sports not only increase physical fitness, but can also offer psychological benefits: It can reduce stress, improve mood and boost concentration.

Anyone who spends a lot of time outdoors knows that fresh air is simply good for you. What is often overlooked is that the right food also plays an important role when you are out and about. The body needs to be supplied with energy, minerals and fluids in good time, especially during prolonged physical exertion. In this blog post, I would like to explain the demands outdoor sport places on the metabolism and which snack strategies can be useful to maintain performance.

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Nicole Berth
27.06.2025
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Lesedauer: 4 minutes

Energy requirements for outdoor sports

Depending on the intensity and duration of outdoor activities, the energy requirement increases and calories are consumed - especially during endurance activities such as trail running, mountain biking or hikes lasting several hours.

This primarily draws on the body's own glycogen stores - stored carbohydrates in the muscles and liver. However, these reserves are limited and can be exhausted within a few hours during intense exercise.

Frau mit Walnuss in der Hand schaut lächelnd in die Kamera

What the body needs on the go

The ideal snack for on the go should be easy to digest, easy to transport and durable even when the temperature fluctuates. Important criteria when choosing a snack:

  • Carbohydrates for quick energy
  • Fats as a longer-term source of energy with moderate exercise
  • Fluid to maintain the fluid balance
  • Practicality: compact, lightweight, little packaging

Outdoor sports put a lot of strain on the body. Choosing suitable, natural snacks can help to provide energy and make good use of breaks - for a good feeling on the go. Products such as unsalted nuts and unsulphured dried fruit are not only practical, but also fit perfectly into a varied diet on the go.

vier Seeberger-Packungen liegen auf Gras

My outdoor favorites - from Seeberger, of course

  1. Trail mix
    Energy, taste and an extra portion of crunch - a real all-rounder for sporting activities with crunchy nuts and fruity ingredients. Perfect for anyone who likes variety in their rucksack.
  2. Nuts
    ...like Almonds , Cashews or Walnuts are popular companions for outdoor sports. They provide natural energy and taste just as good on their own as in a mix, for example the Nut kernel mix . Nuts naturally contain unsaturated fatty acids - and are pleasantly filling without being heavy on the stomach.
  3. Dried Mango
    No added sugar (naturally contains sugar) - fruity-sweet for that little motivational kick at the mountain top.

*Note nutritional information according to the nutritional table on the packaging

Frau sitzt mit Rucksack auf Gras und isst Mango

Conclusion: Conscious snack selection can support performance and well-being

Outdoor sports put a lot of strain on the body. If you provide yourself with energy and fluids in good time, you can enjoy tours in a more relaxed way. Products such as unsalted nuts and unsulphured dried fruit are not only practical to take with you, but can also support a balanced diet.

A conscious, natural snack strategy can help you get the most out of every outdoor experience - whether it's a summit, forest trail or meadow break. Have fun exercising & snacking!