If there’s one thing that you must be making sure that you get enough of as you move along with your diet plan, protein is it. Protein is going to be a key requirement for success and for those who aren’t getting enough into their daily intake, they just aren’t going to get the results that they’re after.

Fortunately, meeting your protein requirements doesn’t have to feel like mission impossible.

Let’s have a quick peek at some of the most important points to remember about protein on the go.

The Protein Problem

The problem that most people find with meeting their protein requirements is that you may not have time to prepare five to six meals per day, each one containing a lean source of protein. Unless you happen to be home, the chances of you grilling up five chicken breasts or whipping up an omelette when the need strikes at any hour throughout the day just isn’t there.

That’s why you need to look into some protein-on-the-go options. You need a high quality protein source that you can take wherever you happen to be going throughout the day.

For those with a busy lifestyle, this is going to be a must.  Of course you can always pre-cook your protein ahead of time in larger batches, such as suggested in the Metabolic Cooking program, but even still, some people don’t prefer to do that.

Instead, they need a different solution.

The Protein Solution

That solution? Rather than relying on whole food sources of protein, consider preparing protein rich foods using protein powder supplements. Protein powder is incredibly fast and easy, and if you turn it into a whole food, it’ll still offer that great satiety that you’re after.

For example, consider preparing some home-made protein bars.  You’re far better off making these yourself rather than turning to high calorie, commercial protein powders that are often far too high in sugar content to be considered health.

Here’s a sample recipe to get you started.

Vanilla Peach Snack Bars

Ingredients: (Makes 4 Servings)

1. ¾ cup oatmeal
2. ¼ cup oat Bran
3. 6 egg whites
4. 1 scoop (30g) BlueStar Iso-smooth vanilla protein
5. ¼ teaspoon of baking powder
6. Pinch of stevia
7. 2 peaches, diced
8. Drop of vanilla extract

Directions:

1. In a blender, mix all the ingredients (except for the peaches). Blend until the mix gets thick and pour in a big bowl.
2. Add the peach to the mix and stir (with a spoon or a spatula).
3. Pour the mix in a baking dish, and cook at 350oF until cooked
   (about 30 minutes). Cut in 4 equal bars.

Nutritional Breakdown:

Calories: 149
Protein: 17 g
Carbs: 18 g
Fat: 1 g

Or, consider whipping up a gourmet protein shake.  By using casein in this protein shake rather than whey protein powder, that too will help give it more staying powder so that it fuels you over the hours to come.

Finally, another great option is whipping up these high protein brownies. They’re a great change of pace for anyone that suffers from a serious sweet tooth.

Brownie in a Cup

Ingredients: (Makes 1 serving)

1. 1 Egg
2. 1 Scoop Chocolate Protein Powder
3. 1 Tbsp Natural Peanut Butter
4. 1 Tbsp Water

Directions:

1. In a coffee mug, mix all the ingredients. Mix well so the powder is completely
   mixed in.
2. Cook in a microwave for 1 minutes
3. Using a knife, remove brownie from the cup, place in a plate and enjoy!

Nutritional Breakdown:

Calories: 261
Protein: 33 g
Carbs: 3 g
Fat: 13 g

Want more recipes? Grab a copy of Metabolic Cooking.

So there you have some of the many different ways to get your protein needs met. Don’t think that you have to be eating chicken or steak 24/7. Get creative in the kitchen and you can whip up some home-made treats that will fit the bill perfectly that you can take with you wherever you happen to be going.  Plus, you know that since you’ve made them, they’re going to contain the sound nutrition that you’re after to help promote an ideal body composition.

How do you get your Protein on-the-go? Let me know right below: