Breakfast Protein

6 Ways to Get your Protein at Breakfast

6 Ways to Get your Breakfast Protein

6 Ways to Get your Power Breakfast Protein

Whether society says protein is good or bad, we all know that protein has qualities that every person – especially those striving to be Hitch Fit – needs. Building muscle is one thing, maintaining muscle is another, more important aspect of fitness. Simply working out is never enough to keep the muscles in your body strong and healthy. Your diet is a very important part of the equation.

Protein is not just essential for building muscle; this element is responsible for keeping your tummy satisfied for longer periods of time. Therefore, eating protein at breakfast is a great way to ensure you stay satisfied with your specific meals throughout the day, and take in fewer calories overall. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of the top 6 ways to get your protein in the most important meal of the day. See our post on skipping breakfast to find out why this meal should never be excluded from your morning routine!

  1.      The Omelet of your Dreams – While eggs are the classic go-to breakfast protein, omelets allow you some versatility in flavor. Add spinach, onions, bell pepper, mushrooms, bacon, ham, etc. The choices are truly endless.
  2.      Cottage Cheese and Fruit – The cold and light nature of this dish will give you a boost in more than just protein. Popping these items in your mouth is an instant wake-up call, refreshing your mouth and your diet. Try with a different fruit every day – cherries, pineapple, melon or even peaches!
  3.      A Mexican Affair – Try a corn tortilla with some egg, black beans, onions and salsa! This flavorful concoction won’t disappoint. Add some cilantro for an extra flavor burst, and enjoy a new way to start the morning.
  4.      Gourmet Oatmeal – We love kitchn.com’s post on a Grain Salad with Bueberries, Hazelnuts and Lemon. Made with oats, millet and quinoa, this dish is packed with healthy grains to start your day off right. Ginger, lemons, nutmeg and even syrup add a delightful surprise of flavor in this breakfast salad. It works fantastically as a make-ahead dish, and the author even says it improves with overnight refrigeration. Try it out and tell us how you like it!
  5. 5.    Bagel and Lox – Fish is hard to work into breakfast, we know. Lox and Bagels however prove to be quite appetizing! Give your meal some variety with this New York breakfast of champions, and add cream cheese while you’re at it.
  6.    Nut Butters and Toast – Peanut, Almond, Soy – the choice is yours! We love all three of these options, and encourage you to play around with the many other nut butter options available. On a slice of whole wheat toast, you will make a filling and delicious quick breakfast.
  7.      BONUS! – You didn’t think we would have a list of protein-packed breakfasts without including the every-popular smoothie, did you? Smoothies are a terrific way to gulp down the early morning health, with fruits and veggies blended into a smooth beverage. Add protein powder for that extra boost of energy in the morning, and look forward to the day ahead.

Great things happen when you pay attention to your diet, and make changes that will not only affect your health, but your happiness as well. Build muscle, feel fuller and buzz on through your day with a protein breakfast. Wipe away the cobwebs of grogginess, and get started on your day the Hitch Fit way.