Inside Our Movement & Nutrition Series: Meal Prep for Energy and Lean Muscle
At Vibe Lounge in North Vancouver, we believe fitness is about more than just the workouts. Nutrition plays a key role in helping you feel your best, build lean muscle, and sustain energy throughout the day. That’s why we created the Movement & Nutrition event series, to give our community practical tools that go beyond the studio and into everyday life.
Our most recent event, Meal Prep for Energy & Lean Muscle, focused on two essential topics: the importance of protein and simple meal prep strategies that make healthy eating sustainable.
The Importance of Protein
Protein is the foundation of building lean muscle and maintaining energy, yet many women fall short of getting enough each day. We shared how much protein you actually need, about 0.8 to 1.2 grams per pound of bodyweight, and why it’s key for recovery, strength, and stable energy.
To make hitting this daily goal easier, we outlined simple, actionable strategies:
Include a quality source of protein with every meal and snack
Aim for 1–2 palm-size portions of protein at each main meal
Start your day with a high-protein breakfast to support steady energy
Use a high-quality protein powder to help fill the gaps when life gets busy
Meal Prep Made Simple
From there, we shifted to meal prep and how it doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. The first step we encouraged participants to take was to identify which meal of the day makes the most sense to prep based on their lifestyle. For some, it’s breakfast; for others, it’s lunch or snacks.
Next, we discussed two different approaches:
Meal prep: cooking and portioning complete meals in advance
Ingredient prep: preparing staples like proteins, carbs, and vegetables that can be mixed and matched throughout the week
Choosing the right approach comes down to what best fits your schedule and habits.
Finally, we covered quick snack ideas to keep on hand for busy days, because having something ready to grab often makes the difference between staying on track and reaching for convenience foods.
Why We Host These Events
Our Movement & Nutrition series is designed to educate, inspire, and bring our community together outside of class. By combining practical nutrition guidance with movement, we give women the tools they need to support their results in and out of the studio.
Join Us Next Time
We’re excited to continue our Movement & Nutrition event series and dive into new topics that support your strength, energy, and confidence. Our next event is on October 19, with the theme Fuel Your Mood: Energizing meals that boost mood and support a lean body. We’d love to see you there. Learn more here.
