Meal Plan for the week!

I get a lot of questions about meal planning and what I typically eat every day, so I am sharing my meal plan for this week! Since joining Beachbody and starting 21 Day Fix, I have continued to follow the 21 Day Fix eating guide regardless of the exercise program that I'm using. The goal is to eat 5-6 small meals throughout the day, so every 2-3 hours.  

My first two meals of the day and afternoon snack pretty much always stay the same. Why? Because it's quick, easy, and simple. If I don't stick with something like this, then I am more likely to snack on those yummy, but unhealthy carbs (crackers, etc.) and by the end of the day I'm pooped! So, I find that sticking with a plan like this every day sets me up for success!  When my eating is on point, I feel great and have so much more energy ALL day! 

In terms of servings per food group for day, this is what I aim for:

Protein: 4
Veggies: 3
Fruits: 2
Carbs: 2
Healthy fats: 1
Seeds/Dressing: 1

Meal 1 (5:30am): 

• Chocolate Shakeology with ice, water, and almond milk... and sometimes 1/4 banana for a little something extra :)

Meal 2 (8:30am):

• 2 Eggs with fruit and 1/2 Ezekiel English Muffin 

Meal 3 (12:00pm):

• Spinach Salad with veggies (bell pepper, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion) and  shredded chicken..... OR
• Tuna salad on Bib Lettuce

Meal 4 (2:30pm):

• Apple with almond butter
• Baby Carrots

Meal 5 (6:00pm): 

We will make one of these meals each night for dinner this week. I'll keep you posted on any modifications that we make to the recipes. 

1. Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff with side of veggies
2. Black Bean Burger (from Skinnytaste Cookbook) with side of veggies
3. Salmon and Bok Choy with Rice & Lentil medley
4. Pork Tenderloin and Brussel Sprouts with Rice & Lentil medley
5. Shrimp Sushi Bowls - we make our own, so I'll post this recipe later!