Is Meal Prepping something you are considering in the new year?

If so...I believe it can be something that really supports your training and hence can enhance your performance. Juts think about it. If there is food ready to grab and go in your fridge at all times, you will eat it. Meal Prepping takes away the question "what do I eat" and the statement "there's nothing to eat". It ensures that there is pre-cooked fuel available at all times, and guarantees that you have melas that are ready to create in a snap.

Below are some tips and tricks to make meal prepping simple and achievable this coming year!

Some things that you will need:

Time

Set aside some time one day per week specifically for food prep. This is typically done on Sunday but it can be done anyway that woks best with your practice/game schedule.  You will need to go grocery shopping or order groceries online to be delivered on your food prep day. Schedule this into your week as if it were a lifting session or...

You are an Athlete! You lead a very busy life. Cooking is likely last on your list. BUT....Cooking meals at home is the best way to ensure that your getting optimal nutrition and balance. Let me walk you though my favorite tips on how to make cooking easier.

Prepared Foods!

Many Grocery Stores now prepare foods for your convenience. Foods like rotisserie chicken,  pre cooked grilled chicken, pre cooked frozen salmon burgers (heat and serve), frozen- cooked brown rice and quinoa, and soups and stews. These are all healthy and can be used as short cuts to creating a balanced and nutritious sports nutrition minded meal!

Air Fry - without an Air Fryer!

Do you really need another complicated appliance on your counter? My favorite cooking tool is the Gotham Steel Crisper Tray. You can "Air Fry" anything from potatoes (hello crispy baked fries!) to kale chips to turkey bacon to  crispy zucchini. You can do so without oil or just with a minimal amount of avocado or olive oil....