Wondering what successful macro trackers eat everyday? We asked WAG coaches to share five things on their grocery list and why they are a common go-to. Here’s what they had to say!
Coach Brittany
- Low-fat cottage cheese: Low-fat cottage cheese is a fantastic source of protein, making it a versatile addition to any snack or recipe. With its high protein content and low calorie count, it's perfect for boosting protein and keeping calorie intake in check. Cottage cheese is also rich in calcium and B vitamins, which are essential for bone health and energy production.
- Liquid egg whites: Liquid egg whites are a convenient and efficient way to increase your protein intake without the extra calories and fat found in whole eggs. They are pasteurized, making them safe to consume even if not fully cooked, and they mix well into various recipes.
- Chomp Sticks: Chomp Sticks are a convenient, high-protein snack option made from 100% grass-fed beef or turkey. They are minimally processed, free from artificial additives, and provide a good source of protein on the go.
- 93/7 ground beef: Ground beef with a 93/7 lean-to-fat ratio is a versatile and nutritious ingredient that provides high-quality protein, iron, and essential vitamins like B12. Choosing a leaner cut helps reduce saturated fat intake while still enjoying the rich flavor of beef.
- Yasso ice cream bars: Made with Greek yogurt, they are lower in calories and fat but still provide a satisfying sweet treat. They also offer some protein, making them a more balanced dessert option.
Coach Alex
- Instant oats: This is a breakfast staple for me, so I always have it in my cart. I like oats because they are a carb source that provides me energy for hours (especially when I pair the bowl with protein and fat, which you will always find me eating oatmeal that way). I will sometimes make oatmeal for dinner, too, when I don’t feel like cooking or eating a savory meal.
- Chocolate chips: Do I need to say more? I am a chocolate lover and have found when I enjoy chocolate daily, I really don’t crave huge desserts. A little is all I need after lunch and dinner.
- Carrots: IYKYK. Ha!;) I couldn’t create a list without adding these. You will always find these in my cart. I love the taste, they provide great vitamins and minerals that help with eyesight, and are super easy to cook. Plus, I have found that carrots are one of the easiest vegetables to digest when cooked, and digestibility is a big factor I consider when creating meals.
- Coffee: Premade cold brew or whole bean. This is always a staple for me. I love coffee and that is all the explanation needed.
- Lean protein sources: 99/1 ground turkey, chicken breast, 96/4 ground beef, shrimp, chicken thighs. You will always find at least 2 of these in my cart weekly. Enjoying lean protein sources makes hitting protein goals super easy while creating space to enjoy my favorite fat sources- peanut butter, avocado, and dark chocolate. #Balance
Coach Ali
- Pre-cooked lentils: these are a current favorite, and I grab them pre-cooked from Trader Joe’s. They’re delicious on top of salads for a little extra carb, fiber, and protein boost. In the winter, I add them to soups or warm them up with veggies for dinner.
- Frozen peppers and onions: So versatile (and they won’t go bad if you don’t get to them immediately!). They're perfect in omelets for breakfast or taco night for dinner!
- 0% plain Greek yogurt: Another versatile favorite! I can throw it in smoothies for extra protein, on top of overnight oats, or eat it as a base with fruit and some kind of cereal or granola. It's such a quick and easy snack.
- Salmon burgers: A go-to from Trader Joe’s or Costco (I prefer Costco since they’re wild caught!). Not only is it the only thing I know my toddler will definitely eat, but it is a quick and easy way for me to get protein and healthy fats without having to be “good” at cooking fish. 10 minutes on the grill and they’re done!
- Chocolate chips: I’m a chocolate girly and love a sweet treat at night. I get Ghirardelli 60% dark chips and enjoy a serving after dinner.
Coach Jess
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts: We always have one “chicken night” for weekly dinner. Sometimes, it’s simply chicken breast, sweet potatoes, and steamed green beans. Other times, we a coconut chicken rice bowl (add broccoli). We buy a family pack and bake up the leftover breasts for lunches. Chicken is so versatile! It’s great in wraps, on salads, in a stir fry, etc.
- Fruit (bananas, apples, and strawberries): We have two small children, so we usually make two grocery trips per week for fruit. I’m partial to bananas – I have half every morning mashed into my oats. It adds some sweetness without having to add any other sweeteners.
- Avocados: Again, #children, haha. When I know our 4-year-old likely won’t eat the asparagus or Brussels sprouts we cooked for dinner, we dice up half an avocado for him, and he’s happy as a clam. I love to mash avocado on my wraps in lieu of mayo and add it to protein/rice dishes for some color and some fiber. Plus, avocados are a great way to shore up fat grams if you have them left at the end of the day!
- Oatmeal: Okay, so this one isn’t on our grocery list every week because we buy a giant bag from Costco that lasts us a month, but it’s a staple in our household! It is such an easy and nutritious breakfast. Currently my jam is: old fashioned oats + water (nuke for 90 seconds), peanut butter, and mashed banana. I have this with a protein shake and black coffee every morning. It’s a great way to start the day!
- La Croix: Not a food obvs, but I love me some bubbles with lunch in particular. I like the unflavored kind because I can add a slice or lemon or lime to it, if I’m feeling it. It is so refreshing, on a summer day!
Coach Josh
- Apples: Easily my favorite fruit since they are super easy to eat on the go and help you up your fiber count during the day.
- Egg whites: I generally aim to keep a high protein, high carb diet with lower fats, and anytime I can cut down on fat consumption, I try to do so. Egg whites help me do that. I still DO eat eggs, but more whites than whole eggs.
- Fairlife Protein Shakes OR protein powder: I mean…. Living a busy life and being up early, in and out of the house periodically through the day, I need a supplement I can easily grab and go with. It's either a pre-made shake like this to help me fill the gaps or purchasing a large bag of whey protein to make my own shakes. Either way, I hardly ever leave the house without a protein shake.
- Watermelon: It's seasonal, sure, but I swear I could eat an entire watermelon in a sitting, lol. It's so good and refreshing, plus the carb count is insanely low per volume. Add some salt, and bingo—perfect summer snack.
- Oatmeal: One of my favorite breakfast items! Plain and simple.
Coach Amy
- Full-fat yogurt: Ellenos is my favorite brand, and I add this to the top of toast with some fruit and honey as a pre-workout or make cheesecake jars with it. I also use this often in making dips or sauces instead of mayonnaise (stir in some ranch or taco spice and dip your veggies in it!). I use full-fat instead of low-fat or fat-free since it is more satiating.
- Dates: these are my go-to for adding fiber and sweetness to smoothies, and I love making stuffed dates as a sweet treat at night or to satisfy a craving. The best deal on them is buying from the bulk bins.
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs: These are so much more flavorful than chicken breasts (in my opinion) that they are worth the few extra grams of fat. Two of my favorite chicken meal prep recipes (bang bang chicken and simple air fryer chicken thighs) feature thighs, and I make them in some way, shape, or form every week. My local butcher knows when he sees me that I’m there for the thighs! They’re a wonderful protein source, and they are pretty easy to find.
- Raspberries: This may sound basic, but I buy these for the fiber! 100g of raspberries has 6g of fiber and I am all about easy ways to hit my fiber target. I add them to yogurt with granola, make compote with them for mini cheesecake jars, and stick them in overnight oats. When they are not in season, I just buy the frozen bags and heat them in the microwave or on the stovetop before eating.
- Edamame: I have been on a kick with this lately. I got tired of using rice with everything for a carb source so I switched to edamame for things like salmon poke bowls. I just get the shelled frozen bags and steam them and store in the fridge for a few days to pull from. Bonus: edamame has 10g of protein and almost 10g of fiber for just 100g worth. It also helps me get something green into my day.
Coach Mitch
- Oikos Triple Zero Yogurt: Do yourself a favor and get the “mixed” pack. Not only are those the two best flavors, but it’s cheaper to buy 6 at a time, and once you start using them daily, you’re going to run out quickly, haha. High protein, ZERO FAT, and very reasonable carbs. Oh - and they’re super filling and easy to “grab and go!”
- Broccoli: The KING of vegetables. Right, maybe not the king - but it is super versatile and very easy to prepare. It’s high in fiber with tons of micronutrients and can be chucked into the oven/air fryer as either a snack or as an easy side dish to dinner. Put ~300g in a bowl, toss with (measured!) olive oil with your seasoning of choice, and cook until crisp/browned. Fun fact, you can also chop the stalks very finely and add them to a veggie tray bake. Low food waste is always the play!
- Butternut squash: “More veggies?!” Yes, friend. More veggies. You’re sleeping on butternut squash. I can almost guarantee it. Separate the long bit from the round bit, peel, dice into ¼ to ½ inch cubes, and cook in the air fryer or oven until browned. You can use them to bulk out meals “as is” or mash them up and stir through a pasta dish.
- MorningStar Farms Original Chik'n Strips: As far as plant-based chicken goes, this is the top pick. Trust me - I’ve tried all of them. For prep, (measured) olive oil in a frying pan and cover for the first part of cooking. They need to steam a bit! Once browned on one side, remove the lid and crisp them up. 24P | 5C | 3F per 85g. They take on the flavor of whatever you add them to and are great for “mixed” dishes. The planet and your chicken friends will thank you.
- Hershey’s Zero Sugar Syrup: “But Mitch, I can’t pronounce all of the ingredients on the label!” That’s true. But you know what else is true? Chocolate milk is delicious, and Nesquik Chocolate Powder has 12C per 13g. Compare that to 2C per 15g with Hershey’s and I think we can both agree that it’s okay to occasionally opt into something not strictly considered a “whole food”. If you don’t like Hershey’s chocolate, you’re probably not going to love it, but it’s a macro-friendly alternative that’s not on most people’s radar.
Coach Nicole
- Oikos triple zero yogurt: These are super easy to just grab and go; they have 15g of protein and don’t use up many carbs! Sometimes, I’ll throw in some granola, dry old-fashioned oats, or add a low-fat string cheese (for more protein!) and some cherries, grapes, or berries on the side!
- Isernio's ground chicken OR boneless skinless chicken thighs: Both are super easy to cook on the stove or in the air fryer. While they do have a little bit more fat than chicken breast, they have more flavor, and I enjoy them more, too!
- Bagged salad mixes: I LOVE the chopped mixes in most of these, and by using a little bit less dressing than it comes with, I can save on some fats. Typically, I throw some protein and rice or pasta in as well!
- Frozen French fries: I really enjoy the Alexia brand, but most store brands make some tasty options too! I typically look for options that are 5g or less fat per serving and throw them in the air fryer for a super easy lunch or dinner carb.
- Crystal Light: The Wild Strawberry flavor is my favorite and has 60mg of caffeine. I’ll usually mix this in my 40 ounce bottle and it makes it easy to get a head start on my water for the day!
Coach Pam
- Non-fat plain Greek yogurt: I use it to make post-workout shakes and a protein filler for the end of the day if I need it. It’s also great as a recipe alternative for mayo.
- Frozen blueberries: I love blueberries and could eat my weight in them. I throw them in my post-workout shake, add them to cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, or just have them plain.
- Deli turkey: This is a staple lunch for me. I make wraps with various condiments but typically always cheese and/or avocado, sometimes bacon. I will make 3 or 4 at a time, put them in press-and-seal, and throw them in the fridge. All I have to do for lunch is grab a wrap with an easy carb source which is typically some type of fruit to go with it.
- Chicken tenderloins: These are so easy for protein meal prep. I pan-fry them on Sunday mornings while we are cooking breakfast, and that will last me for the week. Because they are small, you can cook a package in about 15 minutes.
- Oat milk: I have a mocha latte every morning as my coffee of choice, and I prefer oat milk to regular milk. And while it’s not a weekly grocery staple, it is a staple in my house … Hershey’s chocolate syrup. I don’t want to do life without it.
Coach Tara
- Raw veggies: These are perfect for a low-calorie, high-fiber snack. My go-to's are cucumbers, baby carrots, snap peas, and bell peppers. You can dip them in Greek yogurt or hummus for protein and/or fiber and flavor.
- Chicken breast/thigh: So versatile for lunches and dinners. Thighs when you have more fat macros to work with. I grill, bake, or use the Instapot to prep chicken for the week. I can add it to salads or eat it with potatoes or rice and veggies. I can add it to a salad or wrap for lunch.
- Eggs: my go-to protein for breakfast. You can add egg whites to increase protein without added fat. I cook eggs with frozen veggies, mixed greens, and frozen hash browns or diced potatoes most days.
- Frozen veggies: I add them to breakfast, lunches, and dinners. It’s so much easier to keep them fresh versus buying fresh and planning when to cook them. I always have brussels, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans, bell peppers, and carrots in the freezer for variety and flavor. I warm them in the air fryer to create a crispy texture.
- Mixed greens: I add them to breakfast and I typically make a salad most nights with dinner. I like eating a large bowl of salad for volume and flavor with dinner. You can go any direction you want with salads by adding fun toppings and making your own dressings. It’s a good way to get in a little more fiber too.
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