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My biggest meal prep tip for nurses? Stop trying t My biggest meal prep tip for nurses? Stop trying to do it all in one day. Too tired after 3 nursing shifts in a row to grocery shop and meal prep? 👩🏻‍⚕️😩 Yeah… same. Meal prep has never been my favorite thing either, but this is what actually made it stick for me: Split your meal prep into 2 days. Not everything needs to get done at once. Here’s what that can look like: Day 1 – Grocery shop – Batch cook your proteins (chicken, ground turkey, tofu) – Prep carbs (rice, potatoes, pasta) Day 2 – Put together quick breakfasts + snacks for work stretch That’s it. It feels way less overwhelming, and you’re way more likely to actually follow through. A few other things that help: – Pre-chop veggies so meals come together fast – Portion out snacks so you’re not grabbing random things post-shift – Double recipes when you can & freeze them→ future you will be very thankful – Keep meals simple (you don’t need 5 new recipes every week) This is how you stay consistent, especially working long shifts. DM me GUIDE for my meal prep guide for nurses ✨ #nursesofınstagram #onlinefitnesscoach #nutritiontips #nursecoach
Working 12-hour shifts is hard enough. Figuring ou Working 12-hour shifts is hard enough. Figuring out what to eat shouldn’t be… This Mexican stuffed sweet potato has been one of my go-to meal preps lately. It’s packed with protein, loaded with fiber, easy to throw together, and reheats really well for workdays 👏🏻 I’ve been making a few for my fiancé too, and they’ve become a staple in our house ☺️ Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes INGREDIENTS (4 servings) - 4 medium sweet potatoes - 1.5 lbs chicken breast - 1 cup salsa - 2 cups frozen bell peppers & onions - 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed - Guacamole for topping - Optional: shredded lettuce, cilantro, hot sauce, Greek yogurt DIRECTIONS 1. Bake sweet potatoes at 400°F for about 60 minutes or until fork tender. 2. Add chicken breast and salsa to a crockpot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Shred when done. 3. Sauté frozen peppers and black beans together until heated through. 4. Split open each sweet potato and top with shredded salsa chicken, peppers, and black beans. 5. Finish with guacamole and any other toppings you like. ✨ Save this for your next meal prep day. #nurselife #mealprepfornurses #12hourshifts #healthynurse #nursefitness
Working 12s doesn’t mean you can’t take care of yo Working 12s doesn’t mean you can’t take care of yourself. It just means you need a different approach 🩷 I can’t tell you how many nurses I’ve talked to who think they need to meal prep for 3 hours every Sunday, work out 5 days a week, and eat perfectly to see results. You don’t. What you do need are a few habits you can stay consistent with, even during the busiest weeks. ✨ Prep a few simple meals on your days off to pack for work or have ready when you get home. This way you’re not relying on takeout or scrambling last minute. Think Greek yogurt bowls, overnight oats, protein pasta salad, burrito bowls, crockpot chicken, or sheet pan meals. ✨ Eat protein and fiber at every meal to help keep you full and energized throughout your shift. A few easy options: Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, protein shakes, fruit, veggies, edamame, roasted chickpeas, or a protein bar paired with fruit. ✨ Schedule your workouts around your shifts. Even 2-3 strength workouts per week can make a huge difference over time. ✨ Make sleep a priority. I know it’s easier said than done, but staying up late scrolling because it’s your only “me time” usually leaves you feeling even more exhausted the next day. The goal isn’t to do everything perfectly. The goal is to build habits that fit your life so you can stay consistent, even when work gets busy. DM me "STRONG" if you want help balancing your fitness goals with long shifts. #nurse #strengthtraining #nutrition #habits
The biggest mistake nurses make with fitness? Tryi The biggest mistake nurses make with fitness? Trying to work out like everyone else If you work 12-hour shifts: ✔️ Lift on your days off You don’t have to force yourself into the gym after a long shift. In fact, I rarely recommend it. Use your workdays to focus on getting through your shift, hydration, nutrition, and movement when you can. Save your strength workouts for your days off when you have more energy and can actually give them your best effort. ✔️ Put workouts on your calendar If it’s not scheduled, it’s usually the first thing to get pushed aside. Treat your workouts like any other appointment. Pick your workout days ahead of time and plan your week around them instead of trying to “fit them in” when you have extra time. ✔️ Have a home workout option ready Life happens. Kids get sick, schedules change, errands pile up. Having a few sets of dumbbells at home can be a game changer. A workout at home is always better than skipping it because you couldn’t make it to the gym. ✔️ Follow a program instead of making it up as you go One of the biggest time wasters is walking into the gym and trying to figure out what to do. Or spending 20 minutes scrolling Instagram looking for a workout. Follow a structured program so you know exactly what exercises you’re doing, how much weight you’re using, and how you’re progressing over time. You don’t need more motivation, more discipline, or more hours in the day. You need a plan that actually works with your schedule, not against it 👏🏻💛 Try this DB-only upper body workout next time you’re training: 1️⃣ Bench Press – 3 sets x 8-10 reps 2️⃣ Bent Over Row – 3 sets x 8-10 reps 3️⃣ Underhand Bent Over Row – 3 sets x 10-12 reps 4️⃣ Lateral Raises – 3 sets x 10-12 reps - Aim to increase the weight each set if your form allows. Save this for your next upper body day 💪🏻 I currently have 2 spots open for 1:1 coaching! DM me “STRONG” if you want help balancing your fitness goals with long shifts. #nightshiftnurse #nightshiftlife #nursefitness #12hourshifts
Some days I genuinely don’t know how I’m doing it Some days I genuinely don’t know how I’m doing it all… Working 12-hour shifts. Finishing NP school. Running a business. Planning a wedding. Taking care of my dogs, my family, my clients, and somehow still finding time to take care of myself too… Then I remind myself that I’m not doing it perfectly. I’m just doing the best I can with the time and energy I have 👏🏻 Some days that looks like a great workout and perfectly prepped meals. Other days it looks like getting a walk in, hitting my protein goal, and calling it a win. Nursing has taught me a lot over the years, but one of the biggest lessons is how to keep showing up even when life feels full. So if you’re a nurse trying to balance fitness, work, school, relationships, kids, or just life in general, I see you. You don’t have to do it perfectly. You just have to keep showing up. Comment NURSE FREEBIE and I’ll send you my favorite nurse-friendly health and fitness tips 🤍 #nurselife #nursefitness #nursecoach #nursesofig #npstudent
☀️ Summer meal prep just got a whole lot easier. ☀️ Summer meal prep just got a whole lot easier. This Greek-inspired pasta salad has been on repeat lately and it’s perfect for long shifts when you need something filling, refreshing, and easy to grab on the go. Greek Summer Pasta Salad 🥙 Ingredients: * 1 box protein pasta, cooked and cooled * 2 cups shredded crockpot chicken * 1 cucumber, diced * 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved * 1/2 red onion, diced * 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese * 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette Mix everything together in a large bowl, toss with the dressing, and divide into meal prep containers. Makes 4-5 servings. A few reasons I love it: ✨ High protein. The protein pasta and shredded chicken help keep you full through busy shifts. ✨ It actually tastes better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep. ✨ Takes about 10 minutes to throw together once your chicken is cooked. ✨ No microwave needed. Just grab it from the fridge and head out the door. More recipes coming in this series for my healthcare girlies who want simple, realistic meals that work around long shifts 👏🏻 Save this one for your next prep day 🩷 #summerrecipes #mealprepideas #summerpastasalad #healthyrecipes #nursesofinstagram

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