Quote: (11-11-2014 08:01 AM)Phoenix Wrote:
It normally takes me about 30minutes per meal, plus the 15minutes+ to either prepare & clean up.
Perhaps I should carry a bag of sandwiches?
Are there any tips on how to streamline this level of eating and maintain consistency?
If you are serious about gaining muscle mass, you must learn how to prepare meals in advance.
You must learn how to shop for and cook large quantities of food so that your meals are ready when you need them.
Personally, I often make..
- a large pot of brown rice (lasts a few days)
- a large pot of beans (last a few days)
- Chili (easy to make, lasts a few days)
- Soup (easy to make, lasts a few days)
- Burger patties
- a large pot of steamed vegetables (lasts a few days)
Etc, etc.
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Also, learn which foods can be prepared quickly..
- eggs (5 minutes)
- oatmeal (5 minutes)
- Steak (10-15 minutes)
- Ground meat (10-15 minutes)
- Smoothies/Shakes (5 minutes)
- a can of tuna or sardines (1 minute)
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And, carry around some portable food in your car or school bag..
- nuts
- fruit
- avocados
- Trail mix
- peanut butter
- protein bars/shakes
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Buy a "Slow Cooker"/"CrockPot" and learn to make a few simple recipes.
Start with Chili.
(ground meat, tomato sauce, beans, onion, garlic, spices)
Very easy.
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Study these threads for more ideas:
"Cooking a big load to eat all week'
"Slow Cooker"