{"id":21190,"date":"2025-06-25T14:36:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T19:36:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/?p=21190"},"modified":"2026-03-13T10:36:18","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T15:36:18","slug":"what-to-eat-this-summer-to-feel-lighter-and-leaner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/what-to-eat-this-summer-to-feel-lighter-and-leaner\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Eat this Summer to Feel Lighter and Leaner"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There\u2019s nothing like gathering around the pool with friends and family on a hot summer day. The drinks are flowing, the grill is fired up, and the snacks are everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Summer is all about having fun, but between sugary drinks and heavy foods, it can be hard to feel your best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re feeling weighed down, the foods you\u2019re eating may be a contributing factor. But making just a few simple swaps can help you feel lighter and leaner this summer, reduce bloating, and stay energized. Have we mentioned that PTF is the perfect way to make this easier than ever?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are five high-protein, low-carb options to add to your summer healthy foods rotation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Grilled Chicken<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Chicken, like our Garlic Chicken<\/a>, is a staple for a reason. It\u2019s lean, high in protein, and easy to pair with fresh veggies or a crisp summer salad. Plus, its protein content helps you stay full longer, supports digestion, and maintains muscle mass, without weighing you down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Steamed or Roasted Vegetables<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Fiber-rich veggies like carrots and green beans are filling, easy to digest, and great for supporting gut health. They\u2019re also low in calories, high in water content, and packed with vitamins, making them a smart choice for weight management and loss. Luckily, PTF offers a wide variety of veggies<\/a>, so there\u2019s something for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Eggs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        The versatility of eggs makes them an easy go-to for breakfast, a quick snack, or even as a topping for salads and other dishes. They\u2019re high in protein and vitamin D, and surprisingly filling, which can help reduce appetite and curb cravings. They may even give your metabolism a boost. Good news: ALL of PTF\u2019s breakfast options<\/a> feature this powerhouse ingredient! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Salmon<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          Seafood like salmon is naturally light and packed with healthy fats like omega-3s, which support nutrient absorption, provide lasting energy, and help reduce inflammation. It\u2019s also rich in protein, making it a great addition to any high-protein diet focused on weight loss or feeling leaner. Add our Wild Alaskan Salmon<\/a> to your next box!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Turkey Breasts<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            Lean, high in protein, and low in fat, turkey breast is a great option for staying full without feeling heavy. It\u2019s easy to digest and helps support muscle maintenance and weight loss, which is ideal when you want to feel lighter, leaner, and more energized in the summer heat. Beat the bloat with PTF\u2019s Roasted Turkey Breast<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Whether you supplement throughout the week with PTF meals or eat them for every meal, our low-carb, high-protein options allow you to look and feel your best. Beyond these five options, our menu features over 800 combinations to help you fuel your body healthily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Feel Your Best with the Right Food<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            You don\u2019t have to give up summer fun to feel good in your body. The key is choosing foods that support your energy, digestion, and goals as part of your regular routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The best part is you don\u2019t have to overthink it. At Personal Trainer Food<\/a>, we offer 75+ meal options that are high protein, low carb, ready in minutes, and great for digestion and energy. That way, on those hot and busy summer days, you can stay consistent and give your body what it needs to feel its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Explore our meal options today!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            About the Writer:<\/strong> Sam Watts has nearly 10 years of experience in the health and wellness industry with a focus on fitness. He earned a BS in Movement Science from TCU in 2017 and uses it in his work as a Functional Movement Specialist. Currently, he is the owner of Watts Fitness and the Co-Owner of Personal Trainer Food.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            There\u2019s nothing like gathering around the pool with friends and family on a hot summer day. The drinks are flowing, the grill is fired up, and the snacks are everywhere. Summer is all about having fun, but between sugary drinks and heavy foods, it can be hard to feel your best. If you\u2019re feeling weighed […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":21191,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[5339,721],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-21190","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-health-wellness","8":"category-featured-article","9":"entry"},"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/PTF-JulyBlogArtboard-1-1.jpg?fit=2667%2C1500&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p7cwqv-5vM","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21190","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=21190"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21190\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":21934,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/21190\/revisions\/21934"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/21191"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=21190"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=21190"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.personaltrainerfood.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=21190"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}