Not only will this contain a recipe, it’ll have tips and tricks for cooking in general. If you want the quick and dirty version, you can scroll to the bottom. This is a great recipe because there are so many combinations you can create. You can add avocado, lemon juice & parmesan cheese for whichever macro you’re trying to fulfill. Let's start with something basic, cooking chicken. If you’re cooking chicken for your meal prep, the grill is a great option. Cooking at higher temperatures sears in the juices of your chicken, allowing the chicken to be reheated later without drying out. My favorite way to cook chicken is in the oven. It has taken me tries and tries to perfect it, but here is my
MACROS vs MICROS There are two major type of nutrients: macronutrients and micronutrients. Macros is what you hear people talk about the most when it comes to counting calories and designing meal plans. MACRONUTRIENTS mac·ro·nu·tri·ent: Protein, Carbs, Fats Needed in large amounts Role: For body to grow and function Good Macros: Fiber, chicken breast, beans, whole grains, olive oil, fish, avocados Bad Macros: Processed Meat, “Added Sugar”, Trans Fats MICRONUTRIENTS mi·cro·nu·tri·ent: Vitamins and Minerals Needed in small amounts. Role: metabolism, growth, energy levels, cellular function, mood, overall wellbeing, and help reduce risk of diseases. Good Micros: Vitamin A, Folate, Zinc,
My sister called me and said her husband, who’s going to medical school, came home from class and said “we are never eating hydrogenated oils again!” This is something I’ve been telling her about for years. That made me think that most people won’t stop eating this crap until they are educated on it. “In 2015, FDA released its final determination that Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) are not Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). The determination is based on extensive research into the effects of PHOs, as well as input from stakeholders during the public comment period.” That is taken directly from FDA’s website themselves. Mic Drop. Partially Hydrogenated Oils is just one of the many dange
Self Discipline – This was the #1 thing I learned. I really believe if you can stick to a show prep regime you can get through anything. There’s so many temptations throughout the process. Maybe it was my coach telling me no or getting the inspiration from other competitors, but I learned how to say no to food I wanted to eat, no to cream in my coffee, choosing to workout when I didn’t want to, sometimes two-a-days, saying no to spending time with friends and more. Water Works Wonders – I was never good at drinking enough water, but WOW, the more you drink, the tighter your body gets, the better your skin looks, the better you feel. Food Completely Transforms Your Body – clean up your diet
