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Hi Reader,

By now, you’ve gotten into the groove of meal prepping and are seeing the benefits. However, the key to success with food prep is consistency. Many people start strong and then fall off, so this week is all about maintaining your progress and dealing with common obstacles that can derail your food prep routine.

If you have missed any of the other 5 emails you can revisit them;

​Week : Stop Letting Fast Food Control Your Week—Meal Prep Made Simple

​Week 2: No Time to Cook? Here’s How to Meal Prep Without Hours in the Kitchen

​Week 3: Prep Ingredients, Not Meals

​Week 4: Stock Up on Healthy Prepackaged Foods!

​Week 5: Streamline Your Meal Prep: Let Instacart and Meal Services Do the Work!

1. Keep It Simple: One of the biggest mistakes people make when they first start prepping is overcomplicating things. Keep your meals simple and easy to prepare, especially when you’re in a rush. Focus on 2-3 simple meals for the week, and as you get more comfortable, gradually increase the variety.

2. Batch Cook on a Regular Day: Set aside a consistent day (maybe Sunday) for meal prep. Create a ritual around it so it becomes part of your weekly routine. Knowing that it’s "meal prep day" can help you stay disciplined. If Sundays don’t work for you, choose another day that fits your schedule.

3. Mix and Match: To avoid food boredom, cook in bulk, but keep the flavors adaptable. For example, cook plain chicken breasts, rice, and roasted veggies. You can mix up the seasoning and sauces throughout the week to create variety without making new meals every day.

4. Create a Prep Calendar: Planning ahead is key! Use a meal prep calendar to map out your meals for the week. It can be as simple as a weekly list of meals or a detailed plan that includes shopping lists, prep times, and cooking instructions. This can also help you avoid wasting ingredients and ensure you’re using them before they spoil.

5. Store Your Meals Properly: To keep your meals fresh throughout the week, invest in good-quality containers that seal tightly. Consider glass containers for reheating, as they tend to maintain the taste and texture of your food better than plastic. Label your containers with the date of prep, so you always know when they were made.

6. Be Flexible: Sometimes things don’t go as planned (life happens!). If you find yourself running out of time or energy to prep, consider having a backup plan with easy-to-make meals or healthy takeout options. Meal prepping isn't about perfection, but about creating healthy habits that work for your lifestyle.

7. Involve the Family or a Friend: Meal prep can be a fun group activity! Get your family or a friend involved, and it will feel less like a chore. Everyone can have a part in the process – one person cuts vegetables, another cooks protein, and someone else assembles the meals. The more hands, the quicker the process.

8. Focus on Progress, Not Perfection: Don’t stress if things don’t always go as planned. The goal is progress, not perfection. If one week you end up prepping less than you’d hoped, don’t let it derail you. Pick up again the next week and keep going. Every meal prepped is a win.

Conclusion: Meal prepping doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With these final tips, you’ll be able to stay consistent and make food prepping a long-term habit that supports your health and fitness goals. Keep it simple, stay organized, and remember that consistency is key. You've got this!

You'll love how you feel, and honestly love the extra money in your bank account from NOT eating out so much.

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