By fitlifemonthly 
Looking for real-world healthy eating tips? We talked to three Instagram influencers who opened up about what they eat daily to keep up with their busy lives and maintain their fit bodies. Instagrammers are always on the go, leaving us wondering when they find time to eat and what healthy meals they choose.
We asked them, and not only did they share their daily meals, but they also let us in on some of their favorite recipes.
Hannah Barrett, known on Instagram as Yoga Girl London, is a mom of two who aims to spread the benefits of yoga while often featuring her adorable kids and cute dog in her videos. After leaving a stressful finance job and dealing with post-natal depression and PTSD after her daughter’s birth, Hannah found yoga and saw its positive effects on her life. She even released an eBook, “Strength Through Yoga.” Naturally, we wanted to know what fuels this busy yogi’s day.
Here’s what Hannah’s typical day of meals looks like:
– Breakfast at 7:30am: Buckwheat pancakes
– Lunch at 12pm: Poached eggs with boiled sweet potato
– Snack at 3pm: An apple or pear
– Dinner at 7pm: Veggie stir fry with cashew nuts
– After-dinner treat at 8:30pm: Some dark chocolate
Hannah keeps her meals quick and simple, using mostly unprocessed food. Preparing meals from fresh ingredients doesn’t need to be time-consuming. Lunch is a rush hour at her house, just back from yoga and nursery pick-up. Eggs are a go-to for both Hannah and her daughter—quick, nutritious, and protein-rich for muscle recovery. Hannah ensures quality by choosing British Lion eggs.
While Hannah emphasizes unprocessed meals, restriction isn’t her thing. She avoids extreme diets, choosing mindful eating instead. For example, she relishes dim sum every weekend and allows herself occasional sushi or chocolate. Skipping meals is a no-no, especially breakfast, as it sets her energy levels to handle multiple yoga classes weekly.
For breakfast, Hannah loves buckwheat pancakes, making a big batch to freeze, so she’s always ready with a quick meal. Her green smoothie, mainly with cucumber and green veggies, is her favorite snack, though she now and then enjoys fruit, mindful of moderation.
Hannah’s pantry staples include nut butter, dark chocolate, eggs, and plenty of veggies. While she avoids gluten and dairy due to IBS, she listens to her body and advises others to do the same.
Laura Hoggins, aka @laurabiceps, heads the fitness group Lifted. She discovered weightlifting and a balanced diet to be life-changing. With a packed schedule of coaching and creating fitness content, she focuses on meals that support her busy lifestyle.
Here’s Laura’s typical eating routine:
– Breakfast at 5am: Oats with nut butter and banana
– Snack at 10am: Rice cakes with nut butter or chocolate-covered rice cakes
– Lunch at 1pm: Sweet potato and feta frittata
– Snack at 3pm: A banana
– Dinner at 7pm: Poached or grilled cod with vegetables and new potatoes
– Snack at 9pm: Carrot sticks and hummus
Laura plans her meals meticulously to keep her energy high for training and daily tasks. For her, breakfast is crucial and typically includes carbs like porridge for energy throughout the day. Lunchtime meals are protein-rich to help her muscles recover. Despite hearing about “cheat meals,” Laura believes in balance instead of labeling foods as good or bad. She never skips meals, especially when needing snacks like bananas or her beloved rice cakes.
Her meal prep strategy revolves around protein as the foundation of every meal, combining it with carbs and veggies. Laura’s evening meals are lighter, aligning with her reduced activity levels at night.
Rowan Cheshire, a British freestyle skier and Instagrammer, bases her diet around performance needs. Though hectic, she makes nutrition a priority.
Rowan’s daily meal plan includes:
– Breakfast at 7:30am: Omelette with poached salmon
– Snack at 10am: A piece of fruit
– Lunch at 12pm: Chicken breast with vegetables and rice
– Snack at 3pm: English breakfast tea with biscuits
– Dinner at 7pm: Veggie stir fry with quinoa
Rowan centers breakfast around protein for energy and muscle recovery, often making an omelette with salmon, packed with nutrients and omega-3s. Her focus is on regulating protein and carbs according to her training schedule. Snacks like bananas help fuel her post-training energy needs. She avoids rigid restrictions, understanding that performance requires balanced macronutrients. Rowan manages treats in moderation and finds smart ways to satisfy cravings while performing her best on a physical level.
Ultimately, these Instagram fitness enthusiasts emphasize balance, flexibility, and listening to your body’s needs for optimal health and performance.