Have you ever heard, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail”? Odds are not only have you heard this but you have experienced this in one way or another.
As nutrition is the foundation to everything we do, the foundation to our nutrition is having a great plan! Here are 5 easy steps to help you food prep for success:
Tip #1: Pick 3 staple recipes that look good to you!
We recommend starting with 1 breakfast, and 2 meals. Not only do you have some tasty food to look forward to, but it will be easier on those busy days when you just don’t have enough energy to plan out the meal.
Check out these favorites:
Breakfast: Double Chocolate Overnight Oats HERE
Protein: Crockpot Pulled Chicken HERE
Side Dish: Cinnamon Roasted Butternut Squash HERE
Tip #2: Plan your staples: Veggies & Snacks!
Pair your staple recipes with veggies for a complete meal!!! We love to put roasted broccoli with the crockpot pulled chicken!
Don’t forget the snacks! Balanced and healthy snacks are easy to forget about as we mindlessly grab processed snacks in the pantry. Instead, plan out some fruits like apples or bananas with your favorite nut/seed butter or maybe grapes with a few almonds on the side.
Tip #3: Do an inventory of your pantry and refrigerator!
Be sure to look over the things you have and write down the things you need on a grocery list! Taking the time to plan first before you shop will help you stay focused and ensure you are buying what you need!
Tip #4: Go Grocery Shopping!
Be sure to stick to the list and don’t go shopping while you are hungry. Way too many chip bags and cookies have been bought on an empty stomach. Here is a common mistake: Not looking at the label to make an informed choice.
Tip #5: Meal Prep!
Once you get home, block out the hour after to bring everything in and begin your meal prep.
—>Get the crockpot going with the Pulled Chicken
—>Preheat the oven for some Meatloaf Muffins
—>Get our famous Egg Roll in a Bowl going on the stove, and be sure to rinse, chop, and portion out those veggies.
Pro tip: Place them front and center in the fridge to remind everyone in the house to reach for them first!
Meal prep does NOT need to be an all day affair so consider recipes you can make simultaneously.
Be sure to check out all of our amazing recipes HERE or search for recipes on our blog! If you are looking to gain confidence in meal planning and prepping to hit your short and long term health and wellness goals, be sure to schedule a FREE intro today!