The Bounce Back Bowl

A feel-good, post-sweat meal that hits all the right notes—flavor, fuel, and a little fire.

You know that 30-minutes-after-a-workout hunger? That’s not a failure of willpower. That’s your body saying: “Hey, I just crushed it. Can we rebuild now, please?”

This Bounce-Back Bowl is what I make when I come home from a workout, sneakers still on, ponytail askew, and stomach growling like a motivational podcast host who skipped breakfast. It’s warm. It’s satisfying. It’s built with recovery in mind. And it has Red Hot—because emotional intelligence is spicy, too.

🛒 Ingredients:

• 1 serving of Alexia Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt (about ¾ to 1 cup)

• 2 eggs, scrambled

• 2 strips turkey bacon, cooked and chopped

• 1–2 tbsp goat cheese

• A splash of grapefruit juice

• Optional: dash (or several) of Red Hot or hot sauce of choice

• Served with: a cup of coffee and La Croix (because hydration has many personalities)

🔧 Instructions:

1. Bake your sweet potato fries according to the package. (I’m scared of my air fryer, but I hear you can pop them in there for 10–12 minutes at 400°Fish for extra crisp.)

2. While they cook, scramble your eggs in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Feel free to toss in a little spinach or herbs if you’re feeling fancy.

3. In a separate pan or microwave, cook your turkey bacon until crisp. Chop into bite-sized pieces. (I buy the pre-cooked and chop in advance so I don’t have to handle the sizzling slices after warming.)

4. Build your bowl:

   • Start with a base of crispy sweet potato fries.

   • Top with your fluffy scrambled eggs.

   • Sprinkle with goat cheese crumbles and chopped turkey bacon.

   • Finish with a few dashes of Red Hot if you like it bold.

5. Serve with your grapefruit juice, coffee, and a La Croix, and enjoy the balance of flavor, hydration, and emotional clarity.

💡 Why It Works:

• Protein (eggs + turkey bacon) helps rebuild muscle and keep you full

• Carbs (sweet potato fries) replenish glycogen and give you post-workout energy

• Fats (goat cheese + yolks) support hormone function and satisfaction

• Hydration trio (coffee + juice + La Croix) hits all the taste cravings

• Red Hot brings the heat—because sometimes you need spice to shake off a rough day

This isn’t just a meal. It’s a micro-ritual—a small act of care that says, “Hey, you showed up for yourself today. Let’s make it stick.”

🔁 Want to Switch It Up?

• Swap in avocado for goat cheese

• Add spinach or peppers for extra fiber

• Try it over a quinoa base for a plant-forward twist

If this recipe lit you up, check out more EQ-fueled fuel at MoveMakerMedia.com or grab one of our grown-up storybooks for self-awareness and snack inspiration.

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Dive deeper with the "5M" MoveMaker Method - exploring EQ from all angles:

Mini Takeaway:

Recovery isn’t just physical—it’s emotional. A post-workout meal can be more than fuel; it’s a micro-ritual that says, “Hey, I showed up for myself today.” That matters.

Music Reco:

“Stronger” by Kanye West. I really don't care for him as a human, but this track is high-energy, unapologetic, and built for those moments when your body is rebuilding and your spirit needs a hype track.

Mindful Snack:

Bounce-Back Bowl

(Sweet potato fries + scrambled eggs + turkey bacon + goat cheese + grapefruit juice).

Comfort meets clarity. 🥔🍳🥓✨🍊

Movement Exercise:

The Post-Sweat Stretch:

1️⃣ Lay on your back.

2️⃣ Pull knees into chest.

3️⃣ Rock side to side for 30 seconds.

4️⃣ Breathe in: “I’m rebuilding.”

5️⃣ Breathe out: “I’m worth it.”

Mind-Bender:

What if food wasn’t just fuel… but feedback? A way for your body to tell you exactly what it needs...

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