Looking for real-world healthy eating tips? We chatted with three Instagram stars to find out what they eat daily to stay energized throughout their hectic lives.
Instagram influencers sure have busy schedules, constantly on the move. This raises a couple of questions: When do they manage to eat, and what healthy choices do they make each day?
To find out, we asked them. They not only shared their daily meals but also some of their favorite recipes.
Hannah Barrett, also known as Yoga Girl London, is a mother of two who uses Instagram to spread the benefits of yoga, often featuring her adorable kids and cute dog in her videos. After leaving a stressful finance job four years ago and experiencing post-natal depression, Hannah turned to yoga, which positively transformed her life. She’s even authored an eBook, “Strength Through Yoga,” alongside physiotherapist Finola Burrell.
Curious about Hannah’s diet, which supports her fit physique, we investigated her daily eating habits. Here’s what a typical day looks like for her:
– 7:30 am, Breakfast: Buckwheat pancakes
– 12 pm, Lunch: Poached eggs with boiled sweet potato
– 3 pm, Mid-afternoon snack: An apple or pear
– 7 pm, Dinner: Veggie stir-fry with cashew nuts
– 8:30 pm, After dinner snack: Some dark chocolate
Hannah emphasizes simplicity in her meals. She believes food doesn’t need to be complicated to be tasty and aims for minimally processed meals. Her lunches are quick, especially with her daughter back from nursery and her son at school during lunchtime. A favorite is poached eggs, a quick and nutritious option instrumental in muscle recovery.
Hannah avoids food restrictions, having learned from past experiences that restrictive diets often lead to frustration. Instead, she practices mindfulness in her eating. If she craves something like chocolate, she’ll have a small piece, satisfying her sweet tooth without overindulgence. Hannah also advocates for intuitive eating but stresses the importance of not skipping breakfast.
Laura Hoggins, known as @laurabiceps, is a personal trainer and podcast host who found happiness by making small, sustainable lifestyle changes. As someone deeply involved in fitness, she prioritizes meals that energize her through her physically demanding days.
Laura’s day typically includes:
– 5 am, Breakfast: Oats with nut butter and bananas
– 10 am, Snack: Rice cakes with nut butter or chocolate-covered rice cakes
– 1 pm, Lunch: Sweet potato and feta frittata
– 3 pm, Snack: A banana
– 7 pm, Dinner: Poached or grilled cod with vegetables and new potatoes
– 9 pm, Snack: Carrot sticks and hummus
Laura focuses on a balanced diet that fits her active lifestyle. For her, protein is key for energy and muscle repair, and she often prepares meals in advance to ensure she’s well-fueled throughout the day. She doesn’t believe in cheat meals, preferring to see food as neither good nor bad and enjoys eating without judgment.
Rowan Cheshire, a British freestyle skier, also balances her busy days with mindful eating. She includes key nutrients in every meal to support her training and performance needs.
Rowan’s typical meals are:
– 7:30 am, Breakfast: Omelette with poached salmon
– 10 am, Snack: A piece of fruit
– 12 pm, Lunch: Chicken breast with vegetables and rice
– 3 pm, Snack: A cup of English breakfast tea with biscuits
– 7 pm, Dinner: Veggie stir fry with quinoa
She pays close attention to her diet, ensuring she consumes protein for energy and muscle repair. Eating in alignment with her day’s energy expenditure is a part of her routine, coupled with a balance of macronutrients. Rowan enjoys treats in moderation, ensuring her diet supports her active lifestyle without unnecessary restrictions.
