Pesto Zucchini Meatballs “Healthy” meatballs usually end up dry, flavorless… and not something the family is excited to load up on. One of my favorite ways to spice up my meatballs is by adding pesto. Pesto packs a flavorful punch! Try serving with your favorite grain pasta, or save some macros by trying half pasta, half zoodles … or all [...]
Strawberry & Peppered Steak Salad Salads are so light and perfect for spring weather. Mixed with fresh fruit and protein, they are a great way to not only get your macronutrients in but your micronutrients, too! This salad has the perfect amount of healthy fats from the fresh avocado, and it provides a boost of antioxidants [...]
BCAA Green Gummy Jello Shots Here's a guilt-free, pre-workout treat that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but gives you an energy boost too! This BCAA jello is such a clever way to fill your belly (Did I mention you can use a four-leaf clover mold for St. Patty's Day?) without putting a dent in your macros. [...]
Post Workout Breakfast Burrito I love making breakfast burritos for my pre/post workout meals because they’re incredibly easy to throw together after a hard workout. Flour tortillas and liquid egg whites are perfect to fill your burrito because you’ll want ingredients that are low fat/low fiber so your muscles get all of that energy as [...]
Mediterranean Chicken Bowls You’ll love all of the bright, tangy flavors in this Mediterranean chicken bowl! The options are limitless when it comes to toppings. Try adding bell pepper, hummus, and fresh herbs for added flavor. Lighten it up by swapping quinoa for romaine lettuce to hit your rest day macros. Here’s a helpful pro [...]
Loaded Beef Burgers This gourmet burger is ready to rock your summer grill menu. All of the traditional favorite toppings go on this. I also added cheddar cheese and an over easy egg, so this hearty meal may be just the best thing you have ever eaten. Feel free to make your own patties, but [...]
Grilled Shrimp Foil Nobody loves to spend hours in the kitchen cooking and scrubbing dishes. This easy foil packet recipe has all the flavors of a traditional shrimp boil; shrimp, spicy sausage, corn and potatoes… but takes half the time, and zero clean-up! Save some more time by making the recipe ahead of time. I can smell it [...]
“Jessie, how am I supposed to eat 2,000 calories and STILL reach my physique goals?!?!?” This is one of my most-asked questions, and I absolutely understand why you may feel a little shocked and terrified to eat the amount of calories that I guide you through calculating in my Jessie’s Girls Training Programs. If you [...]
NLA For Her Chocolate Fudge Protein Balls V-Day dessert alert! Here’s a quick and easy chocolate coconut treat that she’ll absolutely love since it won't ruin her gains! Let the dough mixture set in the fridge for 5-10 minutes, so it will be easier to “handle” when you’re making fun shapes like these adorable hearts. Store [...]
Ok so you just figured out what your BMR is, and now you’re thinking to yourself, “I’ve got my BMR - now I need to meal plan, right?” Wrong! You can’t forget to calculate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE) into the equation! Just because you figure out what your caloric needs are at rest (BMR), [...]
