Mid-Morning Meals

After beginning the day with your breakfast, post-workout meal or a protein shake, a long-lasting, high protein mid-morning meal should follow about 2 hours later. The mid-morning meal is essential in order to keep your metabolism working at a high level and to continue providing nutrients to your muscles.  Your body functions best when it receives multiple small meals throughout the day; ideally those which are high in complex carbs and lean protein and low in fat.  Some of my favorite mid-morning meal options include oatmeal, brown rice, fat-free Greek yogurt, and grilled chicken.