4.Power berry smoothie This recipe, which calls for whey protein powder and low-fat plain yogurt, contains 9 grams of protein; swap in Greek yogurt to add even more. Frozen berries add fiber (4 grams total), and honey provides sweetness. All this for only 139 calories! ·
1 cup frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries) ·
1/2 cup water ·
1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt ·
1 teaspoon honey ·
1 tablespoon unsweetened vanilla whey protein powder
5. Banana with 1 tablespoon peanut butter With my clients who exercise early in the morning I recommend foods that will keep their energy high (carbohydrates) and satisfy their hunger (protein and/or healthy fats). Banana with peanut butter is a great fuel source that can assist them and you through a workout.
6. Microwave Popcorn Thanks to my client Ms. Dana Hill (sidenote, she was down 4lbs this week) we found a new healthy snack for everyone. Popcorn is high in fiber, an important substance for the body that encourages healthy digestion and regularity. Also popcorn is a very healthy replacement for potato chips and other high-calorie snacks that are often full of saturated fat. A mistake many people make is not remembering that popcorn is frequently topped with or cooked in unhealthy ingredients, such as saturated fat and salt. Movie theaters often add coconut oil, which is high in saturated fat. Only eat popcorn without all the added ingredients.
Siddiqu “The Personal Trainer” is a CPT, motivational speaker, author of How Are You Fat and Saved?! He is also the Co-creator of the exercise series “You Would Think I Invented Sweat” for booking information or more fitness tips visit www.chicagofit4life.com