5 Easy High-Protein Lunch Ideas (includes regular, no meat, gluten free)

At a loss for healthy lunch ideas? We’re here to help!

Whether you prefer regular, no-meat, or gluten-free, we’ve got you covered.

And don’t forget – you get a customized nutrition strategy session with our 28-day Jump Start — reply directly to this message or visit to learn more: ForestVanceTraining.com

Grilled Chicken Quinoa Salad (Regular):

Grilled chicken breast seasoned with herbs.
Quinoa base for a protein-packed grain.
Tossed with fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado.
Drizzle with a lemon vinaigrette dressing.

Chickpea and Avocado Wrap (No Meat, Gluten-Free):

Chickpeas sautéed with cumin and paprika for flavor.
Sliced avocado for creaminess.
Wrapped in gluten-free tortillas.
Add spinach, red onion, and a dollop of hummus for extra taste.

Salmon and Vegetable Skewers (Regular, Gluten-Free):

Grilled salmon skewers marinated in lemon and dill.
Skewer with colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes.
Serve over a bed of wild rice.

Quinoa and Black Bean Bowl (No Meat, Gluten-Free):

Cooked quinoa mixed with black beans.
Add roasted sweet potatoes, corn, and diced bell peppers.
Top with a sprinkle of feta cheese and cilantro.
Drizzle with a lime vinaigrette.

Mediterranean Tuna Salad (Regular, Gluten-Free):

Canned tuna mixed with Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
Toss in some red onion and feta cheese.
Dress with olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano.
Serve over a bed of mixed greens.

New KB Swing Standards @ FVT (what’s your score?)

I’ve got some exciting news for you today:

We’re introducing a fresh and exciting way to track and improve your fitness progress.

We’ve implemented a systematic approach that’s integrated into your workouts. You’ll see performance tests for exercises like KB swings, push-ups, pull-ups, burpees, and overhead presses. When you achieve specific benchmarks in each category, you’ll earn different wristbands in distinct colors.

We’re pumped about these new standards because they provide a structured method for assessing your strength, endurance, and overall fitness level.

Of course, participating is completely up to you – but we encourage you to give these performance tests a shot and find out where you can take your fitness game to the next level!

Let’s take a look at our KB swing standards as an example. Testing is very easy since it’s simply integrated into your regular workouts:

FVT KB Swing Standards:

  • Level 1: Perform 3 sets of 10 one-arm swings per side with a 16-kilo KB (women) / 24-kilo KB (men)
  • Level 2: Perform 3 sets of 10 one-arm swings per side with a 20-kilo KB (women) / 32-kilo KB (men)

For our existing members, stay tuned because this system will be rolling out this week.

And if you haven’t joined our community yet, we invite you to give our program a try! For more information on our 28-day Just Start Test Drive, visit ForestVanceTraining.com or reply directly to this message.

–Forest Vance
Owner,
Forest Vance Training

macros

So, what’s the deal with macros? And why should you even care? 😉

Welly, in super simple terms, macros are like the superhero nutrients – proteins, fats, and carbs – that give your body the power to be strong and healthy!

But to give you a few more specifics, here are five reasons why you should care about macros, especially if you’re trying to lose fat:

  1. Preserving Your Muscles: Proteins are like the Avengers of macros. They help you keep your muscle mass while losing fat, so you end up shedding the pounds without sacrificing those gains.
  2. Metabolism Boost: Certain macros, like protein, actually rev up your metabolism. This means your body can burn calories more efficiently and help support your fat loss goals.
  3. Mastering Hunger: The right balance of macros – think protein and fats – keeps you feeling full for longer periods of time. That means fewer cravings and less temptation to snack or overeat.
  4. Nutrient-Rich Path: Macros ensure that you’re getting a good mix of essential nutrients. This supports overall health while you work towards losing fat.
  5. Insulin, the Fat Regulator: Managing your carbohydrate intake can have a big impact on regulating insulin levels. Insulin plays a key role in storing fat. So nailing your macro game is crucial for effective fat loss.

If all this sounds good to you and you’re ready to take action, check out our 3-session Jump Start program! We help you not only with the killer kettlebell workouts, but the nutrition plan (including personalized macro recommendations) to help you drop the lbs and gain the muscles. Click the link below and fill out the form, and we’ll get back to you asap:

–>> https://forestvance.wufoo.com/forms/mko7zxj1v0e4d4

— Forest and the Team at ForestVanceTraining.com

Quick Favor?

The main reason we do what we do, is to help you get the results you desire!

But we always want to help more…

…and this is where you come in!

We’d love to give you more of exactly what you want over the coming weeks and months – in terms of program and service offerings – and the best way we know how is to simply ask.

So, can you please take 30 seconds and reply directly to this message with the answer to two questions:

1 – What is your current #1 fitness goal?

2 – What is your current biggest challenge that’s keeping you from reaching it?

Then, we will look at this as we develop new content, programs, service offerings, and more in the coming weeks and months.

Thanks in advance!

– The FVT Team — ForestVanceTraining.com

looking for 3 more

Our 20 Pounds in 6 Weeks Challenge officially began on Monday, Sept 25th, 2023.

We’re already off to a great start!

But here’s the thing: our first official coaching call won’t be until this Friday the 29th, and our first live workout is scheduled for Saturday, Sept 30th.

If you’re interested in joining us, we can still bump your official start date by a couple of days, and you can jump right in, easy peasy.

We have space for 3 more, so just wanted to give one last shoutout to those who are still on the fence about joining.

Reply back to this message with the word CHALLENGE if you want the link to sign up.

-Forest

The connection between hunger, cravings, and calorie density

–>> Sign Up here for the 20 in 6 Kettlebell Challenge

I was at my in-laws’ place for lunch yesterday, and my mother-in-law made this amazing low-calorie soup!

It got me thinking about calorie density and how important it is when trying to lose weight.

Because seriously, who wants to deal with hunger and cravings?

Here’s the secret: focus on foods that are low in calorie density.

Basically, go for foods that fill you up without packing on the calories.

We want tasty stuff that won’t leave us starving!

–>> Sign Up here for the 20 in 6 Kettlebell Challenge

Calorie-dense foods are those that provide a significant amount of calories in a small serving size. These foods are often high in fats and/or sugars. Here are some examples of calorie-dense foods:

  • Nuts and Nut Butters
  • Oils and Fats
  • Avocado
  • Cheese
  • Dried Fruits
  • Sweets and Desserts
  • Fried Foods
  • Processed Meats
  • Fast Food
  • Caloric Beverages
  • Granola and Granola Bars

Instead, go for foods that are not very calorie-dense. These type of foods are typically high in water content, fiber, and nutrients while being relatively low in calories. These foods can help you feel full and satisfied without consuming excessive calories. Here are some examples:

  • Vegetables
  • Fruits
  • Lean Proteins
  • Legumes
  • Whole Grains
  • Egg Whites
  • Low-Fat Dairy
  • Broth-Based Soups
  • Non-Caloric Beverages
  • Spices and Herbs

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Focus on calorie density is just ONE of dozens of not-so-obvious tricks that we are going to use in the 20 in 6 Challenge to get you better and faster weight loss results than ever before. But you’ll want to sign up ASAP if you want in, because spots are filling fast:

–>> Sign Up here for the 20 in 6 Kettlebell Challenge

To your success!

–Forest Vance
ForestVanceTraining.com
KettlebellBasics.net

the FVT “20 in 6” Challenge 2.0

We are getting ready to run another “20 in 6” Challenge at FVT this Fall, and we are looking for 30 people to join!

Plus, it’s going to be easier and less painful than last time… because with my NEW and IMPROVED nutrition methods, you will NOT have to count calories, weigh your food, or record everything you eat.

Respond to this message with the word CHALLENGE in the and we’ll add you to the waiting list.

You see, most people think that losing weight gradually is better for achieving long-term results, but that’s not necessarily true.

Several studies from 1995 to 2010 were conducted to compare the outcomes of people who lost fat quickly versus slowly, and all studies found that those who lost weight more rapidly had better long-term results (i.e. were better able to maintain weight loss) from 1 to 5 years later.

So we’re going to run a 6-week Challenge to help you get as lean as possible, as fast as possible!

An ideal rate of fat loss is typically 0.5-1% of your body weight weekly, however for this Challenge you should aim to lose 1-1.25% of your body weight weekly. Depending on your starting weight / fitness level / etc., this could be 10-20 pounds over the six weeks.

We’re going to give you:

— The precise workouts at home (and / or at our Sacramento OR Lee’s Summit studio locations)

— The corresponding meal plans telling you what to eat and when to eat it

— The check-ins and accountability to keep you on track

…and the BEST part is, it’s easier than ever before… because with my NEW and IMPROVED nutrition methods, you will NOT have to count calories, weigh your food, or record everything you eat.

Respond to this message with the word CHALLENGE in the and we’ll add you to the waiting list.

– Forest and the FVT Team — ForestVanceTraining.com