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In this episode of The Over 50 Health & Wellness Show, host Kevin English is joined by Silver Edge super-coach Russell Mederios to explore the art of meal prep without the overwhelm. They dive into practical tips and hacks that make it easier to eat healthy, hit your nutrition goals, and avoid the temptation of processed foods—all without spending hours in the kitchen.

 

From batch-cooking protein to simplifying your grocery shopping, Kevin and Russell share strategies for staying on track with your diet, whether you’re at home or on the go. They also cover how to approach nutrition on vacation without derailing your progress, and the best tools for simplifying meal prep, including slow cookers, air fryers, and more.

 

If you’re over 50 and looking to lose weight, build muscle, or simply improve your overall health, this episode will give you actionable steps to start making meal prep a breeze.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Why Meal Prep Matters: The importance of planning ahead to avoid unhealthy processed foods and stay on track with your goals.
• Meal Prep Essentials: Discover the must-have tools for meal prepping like crockpots, air fryers, and rice cookers.
• Start Small: How to ease into meal prep by starting with just one meal, like breakfast or protein, to build the habit.
• Vacation Nutrition Tips: How to enjoy vacations guilt-free without undoing all your hard work, plus strategies to make sure you get enough protein and stay active.
• Healthy Processed Foods: Some go-to snacks and protein bars that are healthier options when you’re in a pinch.
• Pro Tip: Make meal prep fun by pairing it with your favorite podcast or show—it turns a chore into something you look forward to.

 

Resources Mentioned:

• Peanut Butter and Fitness website for healthy meal prep ideas: https://www.peanutbutterandfitness.com
•  Atlas Protein Bars: https://atlasbars.com
•  Paleo Valley Meat Sticks: https://paleovalley.com

 

Connect with Kevin English:

• Website: https://silveredgefitness.com
• Free Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/silveredgefitness

 

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