For a lot of people, hitting 80g of protein in an entire day feels like a challenge. I get it. But when you know what foods to eat and how to make them work for you, getting enough protein becomes a lot easier.
To give you an idea of how doable this actually is, here’s what I had for breakfast today:
🥞 2 servings of Kodiak pancakes – 30g protein
🍳 8 oz of egg whites – 25g protein
🥄 1 container of Ratio protein yogurt – 25g protein
Total: 80g of protein before I even really started my day.
You Don’t Have to Go from Zero to 80g Overnight
Now, let me be clear—I’m not saying you should go from barely hitting your protein goal to eating 80g first thing in the morning. That’s not the point.
The real takeaway here? Getting enough protein is absolutely possible—you just need to know where to find it. Most people struggle because they don’t realize how much protein is actually in the foods they eat (or don’t eat).
Here’s What Helps Me Hit My Protein Goals
✔ Find protein sources you actually enjoy
If you hate a certain food, you’re not going to stick with it. Find protein options that work for you.
✔ Make it taste good
I’ll be honest—plain egg whites? Not my thing. But throw some salsa on top, and suddenly, I actually enjoy them. A simple tweak like that can make a huge difference.
✔ Start your day strong
The earlier you get a solid amount of protein in, the easier the rest of your day gets. Trying to play catch-up on protein at dinner is tough.
Try This Tomorrow
If you’re struggling to hit your protein target, don’t overcomplicate it. Just add a little more protein to your breakfast tomorrow—even 10-20g more than usual.
Small changes add up. And before you know it, hitting your protein goal won’t feel like a struggle anymore.
Give it a shot and see how much better you feel! 💪
Let me know if you need help figuring out easy ways to get more protein into your day—I’m happy to help.