If you’re from Louisiana, you know that summer and snowballs go together like crawfish and newspaper-covered tables.
When the temperatures start climbing, there’s nothing better than pulling up to your favorite snowball stand and ordering an icy treat. The good news? You don’t have to give up snowballs to stay on track with your fitness and nutrition goals.
The key is knowing where your calories are coming from and making a few smart choices.
The Biggest Mistake People Make
It’s usually not the snowball itself that causes the problem.
It’s everything that comes with it.
A typical summer outing might look like:
- A burger and fries for lunch
- A sugary soda
- A large stuffed snowball with ice cream and condensed milk
Before you know it, you’ve consumed hundreds of extra calories and a massive amount of sugar in a single afternoon.
If You’re Having a Snowball, Skip These
To enjoy your treat without feeling guilty, consider skipping:
❌ The soda
❌ The fries
❌ The bag of chips
❌ The extra candy toppings
❌ The condensed milk drizzle
Instead, save those calories for the treat you actually want.
Better Snowball Choices
Not all snowballs are created equal.
Consider ordering:
✅ Small instead of large
✅ Sugar-free flavors if available
✅ Fruit flavors instead of cream-based flavors
✅ No condensed milk
✅ No ice cream stuffing
You’ll still get the refreshing taste of summer while keeping calories and sugar much more manageable.
Add Some Protein First
One of the easiest tricks for staying on track is to eat a protein-rich meal before heading out for a snowball.
Think:
- Grilled chicken
- Greek yogurt
- Eggs
- Lean turkey
- Protein shake
When you’re full from protein, you’re less likely to order every extra topping available.
Remember: One Treat Doesn’t Ruin Progress
Too many people think they have to choose between enjoying summer and reaching their fitness goals.
That’s simply not true.
At BlackSite CrossFit, we believe fitness should fit into your life—not the other way around.
Enjoy the family cookouts. Enjoy the beach days. Enjoy the snowballs.
Just make smart choices most of the time and keep showing up consistently.
Because what you do every day matters far more than what you do once in a while.
So go ahead and enjoy that snowball. Just maybe skip the soda and fries this time.
Your goals—and your taste buds—can both win this summer. 🍧💪
Need help creating a nutrition plan that still allows room for your favorite summer treats? Reach out to us about Nutrition Coaching and let us help you build a plan that works in real life.
