At PT Fitness Albury Wodonga, we know that hitting your daily protein target can feel like a mission—especially when you're juggling work, training, and family life. Whether you're training for strength, fat loss, or just staying healthy, protein is essential for muscle repair, satiety, and recovery.
Here are the most convenient ways to increase your protein intake, without spending hours in the kitchen.
1. Use High-Quality Protein Powders
A scoop of whey, casein, or plant-based protein can give you 20–30g of protein in seconds. Keep a shaker in your gym bag or car for post-workout recovery or when you're on the go.
PT Fitness Tip: Mix your protein with almond milk, Greek yoghurt, or oats for a quick meal replacement.
2. Add Greek Yoghurt or Cottage Cheese
Both are high in casein (a slow-digesting protein) and perfect as a snack before bed or mid-afternoon. Greek yoghurt can be sweet or savoury—top with berries and cinnamon or use it as a base for dips.
3. Prep Grab-and-Go Protein Snacks
Think boiled eggs, beef jerky, tuna pouches, protein bars, or roasted chickpeas. These require no cooking, travel well, and keep you full between meals.
4. Double Your Portions of Protein at Main Meals
Simple but overlooked: if you normally eat 100g of chicken, have 150–200g instead. Add extra lean beef, fish, tempeh, or tofu to your meals to stay fuller for longer.
5. Upgrade Your Breakfast
Swap cereal or toast for high-protein options like eggs, protein oats, or a smoothie made with protein powder, frozen berries, spinach, and nut butter.
6. Incorporate Protein-Enriched Foods
Try high-protein wraps, pastas, breads, and even milks. Many supermarkets in Albury Wodonga now stock these options, making it easier than ever to hit your macros.
7. Track Your Intake
Use apps like MyFitnessPal or Cronometer to see how much protein you're really eating. Many clients at PT Fitness Albury Wodonga discover they’re under-consuming protein—especially women.
Need help dialing in your nutrition or building a high-protein meal plan? Book a free consultation at PT Fitness Albury Wodonga and let’s make sure your food fuels your goals.