🍽️ What I Eat in a Day (Maintenance Edition)
After losing 50+ lbs and maintaining my weight, one of the questions I get asked most is, “What do you actually eat in a day?”
The truth is… maintenance doesn’t mean eating perfectly—it means eating consistently.
Here’s what a realistic day of eating looks like for me:
🍳 Breakfast
Protein-packed scramble + Cream of Rice Bowl
🥚 1 whole egg + 2 servings of egg whites
🥣 Cream of Rice topped with:
* 2 tbsp peanut butter
* Drizzle of honey
* Frozen wild blueberries
✨ Starting my day with protein and carbs keeps me full and gives me energy for my workouts.
Macros: 510 Calories | 28g Protein
🍲 Lunch
This is one of my favorite easy lunches when I’m busy!
✔️ Power Provisions Chicken Vegetable Bone Broth Soup
✔️ BBQ Quest Protein Chips
✔️ Grape Olipop
High in protein, quick to make, and surprisingly satisfying.
Macros: 320 Calories | 39g Protein
🥤 Snack
A Chobani Complete Protein Drink is one of my favorite grab-and-go snacks when I need something quick between meals.
It’s an easy way to help me reach my daily protein goal without spending time in the kitchen.
Macros: 170 Calories | 20g Protein
🍗 Dinner
Dinner is usually whatever my family is having, just with portions that fit my goals.
Tonight was:
✨ Fried chicken wings
✨ Green beans
✨ Mashed potatoes
I don’t believe in cutting out the foods I enjoy. Learning how to fit them into my lifestyle has been one of the biggest reasons I’ve been able to maintain my weight loss.
💜 Maintenance isn’t about eating “clean” every meal.
It’s about finding meals you genuinely enjoy, prioritizing protein, and creating habits you can stick with for years—not just weeks.
If you’re on your own weight loss or body recomposition journey, I hope this gives you some meal inspiration! 😊
Have you ever wondered what maintenance actually looks like after losing weight? Or what’s your favorite high-protein meal? I’d love to hear below! 💕
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Maintaining weight after a substantial loss of over 50 pounds is a journey that involves more than just dieting—it’s about creating a lifestyle that works long-term. From personal experience, focusing on consistency rather than perfection has been crucial. For me, each day revolves around hitting a balanced calorie range of approximately 1700-1800 while prioritizing protein intake between 115-135 grams, which keeps me feeling full and supports muscle maintenance. My breakfast usually combines protein and carbs to fuel morning workouts and keep energy levels steady. Including whole eggs and egg whites in my scramble gives me a solid protein foundation, while the Cream of Rice bowl topped with peanut butter, honey, and frozen wild blueberries adds satisfying carbohydrates and healthy fats. For lunch, I opt for quick, high-protein meals like the Power Provisions Chicken Vegetable Bone Broth Soup paired with BBQ Quest Protein Chips and a grape-flavored Olipop drink. These choices are not only convenient but also help me easily achieve my macros (notably 39g of protein with just 320 calories) without sacrificing taste. In between meals, grab-and-go snacks such as Chobani Complete Protein Drinks are lifesavers. Not only do they provide 20 grams of protein with minimal carbs and fats, but they also fit seamlessly into a busy schedule. Dinner is where flexibility shines. Instead of restricting myself, I enjoy family meals modified to fit my portions and goals. For example, fried chicken wings with green beans and mashed potatoes allow me to indulge in comfort foods while managing overall intake. One key takeaway is that maintenance isn’t about eating "clean" every meal or eliminating foods you love. Rather, it’s about building sustainable eating habits, focusing on protein to preserve lean mass, and being consistent with daily intake. This approach has supported my ability to maintain significant weight loss healthily and happily. If you’re on your own weight loss or body recomposition journey, I recommend experimenting with easy-to-prepare, protein-rich meals and snacks that fit your lifestyle. Staying flexible, listening to your body, and embracing balance can help you maintain your progress and enjoy your meals without guilt.
