by Jacob | Jan 28, 2026 | Macro Meal Prep
I used to think chia pudding was just some health-food trend I’d never get into. It looked a little strange, and frankly, I was busy trying to figure out how to lose weight without feeling miserable all the time. During my journey of losing 65-70 pounds, I learned...
by Jacob | Jan 22, 2026 | Macro Meal Prep
For most of my life, pulled pork was a “cheat meal.” It was something you got at a summer barbecue, drowned in sugary sauce and piled onto a white bun. It was delicious, but it always felt like a setback. A treat that would undo a week of hard work at the gym and...
by Jacob | Dec 27, 2025 | Macro Meal Prep
Mexican food has always been my ultimate comfort food. Growing up, a trip to our local spot meant cheesy enchiladas, sizzling fajitas, and heaping sides of that bright orange, savory rice. It was pure joy on a plate. But when I started my fitness journey and got...
by Jacob | Dec 17, 2025 | Macro Meal Prep
Gumbo has always felt like a celebration food to me. Growing up, it was something you made for a crowd, a rich, soulful dish that took all day and was definitely not on any “diet” plan. For years, I put it in the “cheat meal” category,...
by Jacob | Dec 13, 2025 | Macro Meal Prep
I have a confession to make. For years, I thought chimichurri was off-limits. I first had it at one of those Brazilian steakhouses where they bring skewers of meat to your table. The bright green sauce was electric, full of garlic and herbs, but it was practically...
by Jacob | Nov 27, 2025 | Macro Meal Prep
Before I figured out my nutrition, my mornings were a disaster. As a single dad with ADHD, just getting out the door felt like a win. Breakfast was an afterthought, usually consisting of whatever was fast, which often meant sugary cereal or a drive-thru stop that left...
