Looking for some real-world healthy eating tips? Healthista asked three Instagram influencers about their daily diets to see how they keep up with their hectic lives and maintain their fit bodies.
Instagram influencers seem to have extremely busy lives, constantly on the move and juggling various activities. This makes one wonder about their eating habits. When do they find time to eat, and what healthy choices do they make each day? We found out by asking three prominent Instagram stars to share their daily eating routines and favorite recipes.
First up is Hannah Barrett, known as Yoga Girl London on Instagram. She’s a mom of two who loves sharing the benefits of yoga through her cute videos often featuring her kids and dog. Hannah turned to yoga after a stressful career in finance and the traumatic birth of her daughter, which led to post-natal depression and PTSD. Yoga had a profoundly positive impact on her life, and she now shares her journey online. She even co-authored an eBook called “Strength Through Yoga.”
Hannah’s Instagram feed showcases her toned physique, which made us curious about her diet. Here’s what a typical day of eating looks like for her:
– 7:30am, Breakfast: Buckwheat pancakes
– 12pm, Lunch: Poached eggs with boiled sweet potato
– 3pm, Snack: An apple or pear
– 7pm, Dinner: Veggie stir-fry with cashews
– 8:30pm, Dessert: Dark chocolate
Hannah emphasizes simplicity in her meals, stating that food doesn’t need to be complicated to be tasty. She prefers unprocessed foods and believes in the importance of making and cooking meals yourself without spending hours in the kitchen. For lunch, she often has poached eggs with sweet potatoes, which she enjoys preparing for herself and her daughter.
Hannah doesn’t believe in food restrictions and emphasizes mindfulness instead. She’s found that paying attention to what you eat works better than cutting out certain foods. She loves dim sum and sushi, enjoying them without guilt. Breakfast is a staple for her, usually eaten around 7:30am, as it fuels her energy for teaching yoga and curbs snacking later in the day. She loves making buckwheat pancakes in bulk, which can be quickly reheated for a fast and delicious breakfast.
Another favorite snack for Hannah is a green smoothie made from cucumber, kale, spinach, celery, and a touch of apple for sweetness. She handles snacks mindfully, making sure not to overconsume fruit due to concerns about sugar.
Next, we have Laura Hoggins, known as @laurabiceps on Instagram. As a personal trainer, podcast host, and fitness community founder, Laura has a jam-packed schedule. She finds that making small, sustainable changes to her lifestyle has made her the happiest she’s ever been.
Laura stresses the importance of balancing her diet to energize her busy lifestyle. Here’s a typical day for her:
– 5am, Breakfast: Oats with nut butter and banana
– 10am, Snack: Rice cakes with nut butter or chocolate-covered rice cakes
– 1pm, Lunch: Sweet potato and feta frittata
– 3pm, Snack: A banana
– 7pm, Dinner: Poached or grilled cod with veggies and new potatoes
– 9pm, Snack: Carrot sticks and hummus
As someone who walks around London and trains multiple times a day, Laura needs lots of energy and makes sure her diet supports her activity levels. She emphasizes the importance of protein for energy and muscle repair, and she loves eggs for their versatility and nutritional benefits.
Meal prep is key for Laura, allowing her to have ready-to-eat balanced meals throughout her busy day. She debunks the myth of cheat meals and believes that food should be enjoyed without attaching negative labels to it. Carbs are an important part of her diet as they are a primary energy source.
Lastly, we have Rowan Cheshire, a British freestyle skier and personal trainer. Rowan shares her training and fitness routines on Instagram, so we asked her about her diet:
– 7:30am, Breakfast: Omelette with poached salmon
– 10am, Snack: Piece of fruit
– 12pm, Lunch: Chicken breast with veggies and rice
– 3pm, Snack: Tea with biscuits
– 7pm, Dinner: Veggie stir-fry with quinoa
Rowan values a high-protein breakfast to fuel her workouts and help with muscle recovery. She loves her spinach and feta cheese omelette with poached salmon, a nutrient-packed combo that keeps her energized and full.
Rowan’s diet is performance-based, adjusting her meals to match her training schedule. For example, after intense exercises like skiing or weight training, she refuels with a banana and a substantial meal with plenty of veggies and carbs. She advocates for a balanced diet without unnecessary restrictions and emphasizes the importance of understanding your own body’s needs, rather than following trends.
These influencers not only lead busy lives but also maintain balanced and thoughtful eating habits that fuel their demanding schedules. Whether it’s Hannah’s mindful approach, Laura’s emphasis on energy, or Rowan’s performance-based meals, they all show that healthy eating can be both simple and enjoyable.
