Try as I might, there simply aren’t enough hours in the day to accomplish everything I want to do. Work is busier than ever, the weeks are passing by at a breakneck pace, and I’m barely managing to make it to the gym three times a week.
With far too many tabs open in my head, something has to give, and I’m not ashamed to admit that meal-prepping is the sacrifice I’ve chosen to make.
As I write this, I’m bracing myself for a storm of criticism from online personal trainers and life coaches.
“YOU NEED TO PRIORITISE,” they’ll chant, as if spending our Sundays in the kitchen meal-prepping is the only way to achieve greatness.
The truth is, I am prioritising. Enjoying some downtime on the weekend is the only way I keep my head above the water and mentally prepare for another week of hustle, both in and out of the gym.
If that means I haven’t got a week’s worth of chicken and rice portioned into five lunchboxes with clinical precision, then so be it.
Despite my rebellion against the meal prep police, sticking to clean eating is still non-negotiable. That’s why I’ve outsourced my cooking duties to Prepped Pots.
If you’ll indulge me for just five minutes, I’d love to lure you over to the dark side.
Variety Back On The Menu
Prepped Pots offers busy gym rats like me the chance to savour chef-crafted meals delivered straight to my door. Nowadays, there’s no shortage of meal prep brands vying for attention.
Some value nutrition, some focus on convenience, and others simply cater to your cravings. But nestled right at the intersection of all three, you’ll find Prepped Pots.
Its range of meals is goal-focused, packed with fresh ingredients, high in protein, and all under 520 calories.
In my experience, one of the biggest pitfalls of meal prepping is its reliance on the chef’s (i.e., your) self-control. Often, when I’ve whipped up a big batch of something delicious, I’ll sneak back for seconds and inadvertently devour tomorrow’s lunch.
Prepped Pots keep you feeling full, satisfied, and energised while steering you clear of the fridge temptations and keeping you on the straight and narrow.
Another shortcoming of meal prepping is the lack of variety. Ploughing through the same meal five times a week is no way to live life, especially if you, like me, enjoy your food.
Prepped Pots boasts a range of global cuisines, family favourites, and irresistible fridge fillers. My personal favourites? The Naked Chicken Katsu, Butter Chicken Pot, and Chicken & Chorizo Paella top the list.
When I’m in the mood for something a little ‘dirtier’, the High Protein Spicy Meatball Pizza goes down a treat. I mean, an entire pizza for under 500 calories isn’t bad, is it?
The Price Of Meal Prep
If you’re someone who still diligently preps your own food, I’d bet one of the reasons for your loyalty is the cost. Once upon a time, it was probably true that meal prep companies were significantly pricier than putting together your own meals.
However, with the cost of groceries in supermarkets skyrocketing, that’s no longer the case. Plus, let’s be honest, how many times have you missed your weekly shop and ended up darting into Tesco for lunch?
The beauty of Prepped Pots lies in its flexibility. I started off with the 10-meal plan, priced at £29.90, equating to just £2.99 per meal.
But as with anything in life, the more you buy, the cheaper it gets. Opting for the largest bundle of 38 meals brings the cost per serving down to just £2.41.
It all boils down to what suits you best. If you’ve got the freezer space to accommodate a larger order, why not go for it and pocket some extra savings?
And here’s the kicker: you can cancel, pause, or skip your delivery at any time. No fuss, no scary commitment.
Head to the Prepped Pots website to reclaim your Sunday afternoons and liberate yourself from the kitchen. And don’t forget to use code 10GYMPOTS for a cheeky 10% off.
Photo credits: Prepped Pots
