Healthy Eating On-The-Go

[Andy_Massaro]

My current schedule is very hectic and I'm trying my best to gain muscle mass over the summer. I am currently working an 8am - 5pm full time job, five days a week. I am painting and doing a little carpentry work, so it's pretty draining. Three days out of the week, right when i get out, I head over to a local high school and play pickup lacrosse ( which is my main focus for gaining muscle ). I don't get home until around 8:30ish. Does anyone have any suggestions of what to do about the later part of the day as far as food goes? I am looking for meal suggestions for something that will stay without much refridgeration and are easy to eat on the go. I am also trying to figure out when to get to the gym..I'm shooting for around 6:30ish prior to going to work?

Please help, summer is slowly dwindling away and I would like to pack as much muscle on in the off-season as possible.

 

[nkira]

Protein Powder, Raw nuts for fats, Beef or chicken jerky.

Protein powder is very handy, you'll need to carry a small shaker too.....adding some psyllium fiber to shake will keep you fuller longer.

Canned tuna....not sure if it requires refrigeration.

 

[DIVINITUS]

Almonds and beef jerky are great on the go IMO. Tupperware will be your friend. I actually cook (actually my gf does) all of my chicken breast and other protein sources before I start my work week so I only have to package up my food for the day before work and not worry about actually preparing it every day.

 

[sohel001]

When you are on the go, either running your daily errands, or on a road trip, eating healthy isn???t always easy. It is just so convenient to stop at your favorite fast food joint to pick up a burger, some fries and a soda and call it lunch. Not exactly what I would call health food. But there are quite a few options if you want to eat healthy while you are on the go.

Snack Before You Leave

If you are getting ready to run errands, eat a healthy snack before you leave. You will be less tempted to stop for a quick burger or to pick up a bag of chips and a soda at the convenience store. Eat a piece of fruit, a yogurt, or even a handful of trail mix before you walk out the door.

Healthy Option ??? Grocery Store

While you are on the road, you should be able to find a grocery store close by. Grab some fresh fruit, or veggie tray for a healthy snack. Many stores these days also offer deli sandwiches and freshly prepared salads to go. Add a bottle of water and lunch is served.

Healthy Option ??? Fast Food Places

Much of the food that???s served in fast food restaurants isn???t exactly what I would call healthy. But by making smart choices, you can eat healthy. Opt for grilled chicken sandwiches and skip the mayonnaise. Most of the big chains offer salads as well as side salads on their menu. Opt for a low fat dressing and skip the soda for a healthy fast food meal.

My favorite healthy fast food place is Subway. Stick with whole wheat bread, and one of the sandwiches with 6 grams of fat or less. Skip the mayonnaise and pile on the veggies.

Keep An Emergency Stash

Keep an emergency stack of healthy snacks in your purse, your desk at work and your car for those moments when you are really hungry and there just isn???t a place around to pick up some healthy food. I like to keep some trail mix, granola or protein bars and some dried fruit around. It gives me something to nibble on until I can get home.
With a little bit of planning and making smart choices, you can eat healthy on the go. You may also want to carry some water with you at all times to make sure you stay hydrated. As an added benefit of eating healthy on the go, you won???t be weighted down by all that fatty food for the rest of your trip.
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