The Life Of A Trainer
How exactly does a fitness powerhouse fuel their high-energy workouts and what do they eat to hit their fitness goals? Do they spend hours meal prepping for the week or only eat ground beef and broccoli? We followed Trainer and VP of Fitness, Matt Morris, to see what he eats in a day and how he gets over 100 grams of protein. We’ll explore how he plans his meals, drop some of his favorite recipes, and even hint towards our new time-saving product that will complete our nutrition collection. From protein-packed breakfasts to strategic snacks and balanced dinners, discover the secrets behind Matt’s nutritional regimen and get inspired to elevate your own protein intake to meet your fitness goals.
Breakfast
As the VP of Fitness for Burn Boot Camp, Matt’s breakfast may not come as a surprise to you. He grabs a large canister of Afterburn protein powder to mix in a smoothie for an easy, high-protein breakfast on the go. Afterburn provides a high-quality source of protein to help aid in muscle repair and recovery after Camp. It’s free from artificial flavors, preservatives, gluten, and GMOs, providing a clean and safe protein supplement that drives results.
For this smoothie, he chose the Chocolate Whey Afterburn protein powder to mix with blueberries, a banana, peanut butter, and chocolate milk. He even adds a scoop of Creatine to help give him the fuel and strength he needs to lead Burn Boot Camp Live. He paired this smoothie with a simple coffee made at home, combining his favorite Nespresso pod with a tablespoon of Chobani creamer. Overall, he was able to get about 30 grams of protein to start off his morning.
CHOCOLATE BLUEBERRY SMOOTHIE
Ingredients:
- 1 1/3 scoops of Chocolate Whey Afterburn
- 1 scoop of Creatine
- ½ tablespoon of peanut butter
- 1 cup of frozen blueberries
- ½ banana
- ½ cup of Chocolate Reduced Fat Fairlife Milk
Directions:
- Combine ingredients in a blender
- Blend until smooth
- Pour in your favorite glass or shaker bottle
- Enjoy!
Lunch
After Matt leads the daily Burn On Demand workout and spends his morning working at Burn Boot Camp Headquarters, he likes to grab something that’s not only high in protein, but that’s also quick and easy. He didn’t have time to meal prep for the week, but luckily he had Burn Boot Camp’s new Burn Boot Camp Meals that are just as time-efficient as it is protein-packed. This nutritious lunch was just what Matt needed to fit his busy schedule and fuel him for the afternoon.
Matt’s lunch had 32 grams of protein and only 390 calories, making this high-protein meal one of the best decisions of his day.
Snack
Between leading Burn Boot Camp Live, creating nutrition and fitness products, and taking meetings, Matt needs a high protein snack that is easy to eat on the go. One of his go-to snacks is an Afterburn Bar. Matt grabbed a Triple Chocolate Afterburn Bar, which has 17 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber.
Afterburn protein bars are the perfect balance between taste and nutrition, offering a delicious way to meet your fitness goals without sacrificing flavor. They’re low in sugar, so you can get your calories from protein, carbs, and fats. These bars can help you feel fuller longer, regulate blood sugar levels, and promote heart health. They also exclude artificial flavors, so you can enjoy them without worrying about what ingredients you’re putting in your body.
Dinner
The protein doesn’t stop at dinner, but you also don’t have to eat the same meat-veggie-carb combo five nights in a row. Matt got creative with his dinner and crafted a homemade pizza. He topped his pizza with pepperoni, ground sausage, jalapeno, and mozzarella cheese. Not only was his pizza delicious (no crumbs were left), but it was also packed with about 40 grams of protein. This dinner recipe was simple and quick, so he could unwind from the day instead of spending hours in the kitchen. We’ve included some of the recipes Matt Morris made to help him reach his protein and nutrition goals without sacrificing flavor.
SUPREME PIZZA RECIPE
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough of your choice
- Marinara sauce
- 8-10 large pepperoni slices
- 3 ounces of ground sausage
- 1 jalapeno, chopped
- 4-5 ounces of fresh mozzarella cheese
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 500 degrees
- Roll out your pizza dough
- Add a thin layer of marinara sauce to cover the dough
- Add your pizza toppings
- Bake on 500 for 10-15 minutes
- Let the pizza cool and enjoy!