Whether you're looking to build muscle or lose fat, protein should be the foundation of your diet. Protein is essential for building, repairing and preserving muscle. It also helps us feel full throughout the day.
As protein is not as accessible as carbohydrate and fat sources, many people often find it difficult to hit daily protein goals consistently and this will hinder their progress.
If you're part of the my Online Coaching Group you can obviously reach out and ask for individualised help, or you can satisfy your hunger and be kind to your muscles with these easy tips for hitting your daily protein goal!
Protein powder: Add your favourite protein powder to a smoothie, oats, or pancakes at breakfast for a simple and delicious way to boost your daily intake. There’s a growing range of protein powders to meet different dietary needs, making it easy to find one that works for you.
Increase your serving size at each meal: It sounds simple, but increasing your serving size from 100 grams to 120 grams will add up over the day and takes minimal effort.
Add egg whites: Egg whites are a great way to add volume and protein to your meal with minimal added fat. Try adding them to your next stir-fry or pasta dish and watch how your protein intake increase.
Make protein your snack: Swap your usual carb and fat heavy snacks with ones that have protein as the focus. Try pairing lean meats with your veggie sticks, or swap out your favourite dipping sauce for a protein-packed hummus. Â
Go Greek: With 10g of protein and only 60 calories per 100g, non fat Greek yogurt is a delicious way of boosting your protein intake. Top it with fruit and honey for breakfast or a snack (if your calories allow).
Although protein can appear to be more challenging to come by, with a little extra thought, you can easily increase your intake without having to eat large portions in one sitting!
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