A Day on a Plate: Instagram Sensations Share Their Healthy Eating Habits
Looking for some practical healthy eating tips? Healthista sat down with three Instagram influencers to get the scoop on what they eat in a day to keep up with their busy lives while staying fit.
We chatted with Hannah Barrett, known as Yoga Girl London on Instagram. She’s a yoga instructor, a mom of two, and often shares her journey on social media, featuring her adorable kids and dog. Hannah turned to yoga to cope with post-natal depression and PTSD after the traumatic birth of her daughter. This major life change inspired her to write the eBook “Strength Through Yoga” with physiotherapist Finola Burrell.
Curious about how she maintains her toned physique, we asked Hannah about her daily diet:
Hannah’s Typical Day of Eating:
– 7:30am, Breakfast: Buckwheat pancakes
– 12:00pm, Lunch: Poached eggs with boiled sweet potato
– 3:00pm, Mid-afternoon snack: An apple or pear
– 7:00pm, Dinner: Veggie stir fry with cashew nuts
– 8:30pm, After dinner snack: Dark chocolate
Hannah emphasizes that her meals are quick and easy to prepare without relying on processed foods. She believes in making wholesome meals from fresh ingredients, inspired by simple recipes she finds in cookbooks and online. Lunchtime is a special moment when she prepares meals for herself and her daughter, who shares her love for eggs. Eggs are her go-to for a high-protein meal that supports muscle recovery and keeps them full.
Hannah doesn’t believe in restricting herself. She’s all about mindful eating and allowing herself treats in moderation. For instance, she loves dim sum and sushi and enjoys them without guilt. Hannah always ensures she starts her day with breakfast, which helps her maintain energy for her busy schedule.
Laura Hoggins, also known as @laurabiceps on Instagram, is a personal trainer, podcast host, and founder of the London fitness community Lifted. Laura found happiness and fitness through weightlifting and a balanced diet. Here’s a peek into her typical eating habits:
Laura’s Typical Day of Eating:
– 5:00am, Breakfast: Oats with nut butter and banana
– 10:00am, Mid-morning snack: Rice cakes with nut butter or chocolate-covered rice cakes
– 1:00pm, Lunch: Sweet potato and feta frittata
– 3:00pm, Mid-afternoon snack: A banana
– 7:00pm, Dinner: Poached or grilled cod with vegetables and new potatoes
– 9:00pm, After dinner snack: Carrot stick and hummus
Laura’s active lifestyle means she burns over 3000 calories a day and focuses on consuming enough energy and protein to support muscle repair. She prepares her meals in advance to ensure she eats healthy and filling food throughout her busy day.
Laura enjoys a breakfast rich in carbohydrates like porridge oats for sustained energy. For lunch, she opts for protein-rich meals like a frittata. She doesn’t believe in cheat meals, encouraging a balanced approach without demonizing any food. For her, food should fuel an active lifestyle and be enjoyed.
Finally, we spoke with Rowan Cheshire, a British freestyle skier and personal trainer. As an athlete, she focuses on a diet that supports her performance and recovery. Here’s a glimpse into her daily food intake:
Rowan’s Typical Day of Eating:
– 7:30am, Breakfast: Omelette with poached salmon
– 10:00am, Mid-morning snack: Piece of fruit
– 12:00pm, Lunch: Chicken breast with vegetables and rice
– 3:00pm, Mid-afternoon snack: English breakfast tea with biscuits
– 7:00pm, Dinner: Veggie stir fry with quinoa
Rowan’s breakfast, often an omelette with poached salmon, sets her up for a day of training and studying. She emphasizes a well-balanced diet, including plenty of vegetables, protein, and carbohydrates. She avoids restrictive diets and focuses on eating what her body needs to complement her exercise routine.
These Instagram influencers show that balanced, mindful eating can fuel even the busiest of lifestyles without the need for complicated or restrictive diets.
