There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding macronutrient/”macro” eating plans. This is a 3 part blog post (this being part 2) discussing some of the do’s and dont’s of following a macro plan. Stay tuned for part 3 if part 1 and 2 intrigue you! DO #5: DO expect to lose weight at a rateContinue reading “The Do’s and Dont’s in a Macro Plan, Part 2!”
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The Do’s and Dont’s in a Macronutrient Plan!
There are a lot of misconceptions surrounding macronutrient/”macro” eating plans. This is a 3 part blog post (this being part 1) discussing some of the do’s and dont’s of following a macro plan. Stay tuned for parts 2 and 3 if part 1 intrigues you! DO #1: do expect to be able eat any andContinue reading “The Do’s and Dont’s in a Macronutrient Plan!”
Macro Diagram
I’m a big fan of visual learning aids, and I love this Venn Diagram (what a throwback) of various foods and how they break down (protein, carb, fat, combo).
Pre Workout Shake Recipe!
LOVE this pre workout shake – it provides me with protein, carbohydrates (fuel) and caffeine (energy boost) for my training! Plus it’s delicious! Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened nut milk (almond, cashew, coconut) 1 cup strongly brewed coffee (chilled – Trader Joe’s cold brew is fantastic for this) 1/2 – 1 banana (depending on how hardContinue reading “Pre Workout Shake Recipe!”
Macro Friendly Chicken Salad
Ingredients! • 2lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded • 1½ cups halved red grapes • ½ cup chopped pecans • ⅓ cup diced green onions • 1 cup plain nonfat greek yogurt • ¼ cup dijon mustard • ½ teaspoon dried sage • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder •Continue reading “Macro Friendly Chicken Salad”
