Looking for practical, healthy eating tips from real-life influencers? We spoke with three Instagram stars about what they eat to power their busy lives and maintain their fit physiques.
Instagram influencers are known for their hectic schedules, always on the go. This makes one wonder: when do they eat, and what healthy choices do they make? We asked them, and they shared their daily meals and favorite recipes.
Hannah Barrett, known as Yoga Girl London on Instagram, is a mom of two dedicated to spreading the benefits of yoga, often featuring her adorable kids and dog in her videos. Four years ago, after a stressful finance job and experiencing post-natal depression, yoga changed her life. She’s now authored her first ebook, “Strength Through Yoga.” Her toned physique made us curious about her eating habits.
A typical food day for Hannah looks like this:
– Breakfast (7:30am): Buckwheat pancakes
– Lunch (12pm): Poached eggs with boiled sweet potato
– Mid-afternoon Snack (3pm): An apple or pear
– Dinner (7pm): Veggie stir fry with cashew nuts
– After dinner snack (8:30pm): Some dark chocolate
Hannah emphasizes quick and easy meals, mostly unprocessed, yet flavorful. For example, lunch with her daughter is a simple meal of poached eggs and sweet potato. Eggs are a staple because they’re nutritious and quick to cook. She believes in not restricting herself and enjoys treats like dim sum and sushi when she craves them. Breakfast is a must, usually around 7:30am, and she never skips it, even if she’s not hungry. Buckwheat pancakes are her go-to because they’re easy to prepare in bulk and freeze.
If she’s hungry but not ready for a meal, Hannah opts for a green smoothie with veggies like kale, spinach, and celery. Dark chocolate is a daily delight, maintaining a balance without feeling restricted. She also avoids gluten and dairy to manage bloating and her IBS but doesn’t eliminate them completely.
Laura Hoggins, aka @laurabiceps, is a personal trainer and podcast host who emphasizes the importance of eating enough to fuel her busy schedule as she burns over 3000 calories a day. Her food choices help maintain energy and muscle repair.
Laura’s daily meals include:
– Breakfast (5am): Oats with nut butter and banana
– Mid-morning Snack (10am): Rice cakes with nut butter
– Lunch (1pm): Sweet potato and feta frittata
– Mid-afternoon Snack (3pm): A banana
– Dinner (7pm): Poached or grilled cod with vegetables
– After dinner snack (9pm): Carrot sticks and hummus
She focuses on consuming enough calories and protein, especially from eggs. Laura prepares meals in advance to ensure she has the energy needed for her high-activity lifestyle. She doesn’t believe in restrictive cheat meals, instead embracing a balance that allows for enjoyment. Protein is a key energy source, and her go-to breakfast of porridge provides a solid start to her day.
Rowan Cheshire, a British freestyle skier, shares insights into her performance-based diet, which focuses on energy and recovery. Her meals are planned around her training schedule.
Rowan’s typical meals include:
– Breakfast (7:30am): Omelette with poached salmon
– Mid-morning Snack (10am): A piece of fruit
– Lunch (12pm): Chicken breast with vegetables and rice
– Mid-afternoon Snack (3pm): A cup of tea with biscuits
– Dinner (7pm): Veggie stir fry with quinoa
For breakfast, she enjoys an omelette with salmon, a quick and protein-packed meal. She tailors her diet to her workout intensity, ensuring she’s getting the right nutrients. Rowan prioritizes balance, not restriction, and believes in enjoying food while maintaining appropriate portion sizes.
Overall, these Instagram influencers find their food balance in unprocessed meals, intuitive eating, and ensuring they have enough energy to power through their busy lives without feeling restricted.
