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We talked about the benefits of counting calories and passed along a macros cheat sheet. So, now let’s put those to use and talk about meal prepping!
Think about meal prepping like those microwaveable tv dinners, but (hopefully) waaaayyyy healthier for you.
Being prepared for your day/week is a large chunk of the battle. Having meals and/or snacks with you will definitely stop you from hitting the vending machines at work. Or stopping at a fast food spot for lunch.
Having meals prepped and ready. Knowing ingredients and potion amounts plays a huge role in nutrition.
Let’s go over the simple how-to:
1) Pick a day to meal prep
I do it twice a week, to keep the food I’m eating fresher. Usually on Sundays and Wednesdays.
2) Pick the meals to cook
Remember, you know your calorie and macros numbers. Now, figure out what you want to cook to help you reach those numbers.
Also, you may not need to cook EVERY meal ahead of time.
I like making my breakfasts and lunches for my prep. It’s when I’m at my busiest, so I know I need food ready.
This part will take some time and experimenting to get your meals and calories to match. Have patience and play around with different meals.
3) Eat the meals you cook
I know this can sound simple, but it happens! If you have chicken and broccoli for lunch at work because thats part of your goals, but your coworkers are ordering pizza, you have to be strong willed. Stick to the game plan.
Now, let’s go over some of the tools that are going to help you meal prep like a pro
First thing I would definitely recommend you having is a food scale
I actually own 2 (I know! LoL). The one above, and one like this one:
Both are under $20, and both will get the job done.
The difference between 4oz of steak and 6oz of steak can be about 80-100 calories.
Measuring cups and spoons are another thing you need to properly meal prep.
Eye balling oil or peanut butter can cost you 100s of calories. Take the 2 seconds and measure it out.
We have a set like this one:
And, of course, you need a place to store your meal prepped meals, right?!
Everyone who knows me knows I eat out of the reusable containers more than I eat out of a regular bowl or plate.
These 24oz containers I think are a perfect size for most meals.
Having those 3 tools (along with using myfitnesspal) have been a HUGE help in me doing my meal prep, and doing it right!
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