A week of fiber-rich foods like a runner
In this series, we pull back the curtain on how real people fuel their lives with real-life nutrition. Each weekly diary will feature another MyFitnessPal member’s eating goals, habits, and meals to inspire you on your own journey—because progress, not perfection, is what really matters.
Today the Chief Engineer of MyFitnesspal in Texas, training for a half marathon and focusing on increasing fiber intake.
Location: Austin, Texas
Profession: Principal Engineer at MyFitnessPal
Age: 38
Weekly food and grocery budget: I really don’t follow!
Diet plan: I recently switched to low FODMAP
Dietary restrictions: No onion or garlic; limited wheat, barley and rye
Weekly Goals:
Weekly calorie goal: 14,000
Daily macro ratios: The only nutrient I focus on is fiber– doctor’s orders!
A typical weekly exercise schedule: I run about 40-50 miles every day, every week.
When did you start learning about the importance of nutrition?
I always “knew” it was important, but I don’t think I really did anything about it until I started to realize that food can positively improve many aspects of my health.
When and why did you start food harvesting?
I first started logging my meals in 2015 (before I even worked at MyFitnessPal!) when I accidentally discovered that I was much heavier than I internally thought. From then on I will be logging in more or less regularly depending on my life goals.
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned on your nutrition journey?
The foods you eat are much more than just the calories they contain. For me, some foods that most people would consider “healthy” have a negative effect on my body. Your health is not one-dimensional.
What health or fitness goals are you working towards?
I’m training for a half marathon in January, so as part of that I’m getting back to my healthy running weight. I’m down about 24 pounds from my goal of losing 30 pounds
How do you plan for life events that may affect your regular nutrition? (E.g. holidays, birthday or wedding parties, etc.)
I usually focus more on the big picture than on individual days or events. For example, I like to think of my calorie budget as weekly rather than daily. If I know I’m going to have a busy weekend or event, I usually budget earlier in the week.
How often do you eat out each week and how do you prepare your meals at home?
I probably eat half my meals at home. I eat a lot sandwiches.
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7 Days of Nutrition for Real Life
1st day
Breakfast: I started the day with a warm bowl of instant brown sugar and maple oatmeal – a 90-second comfort meal. I topped it off with a sliced ​​banana and a handful of blueberries for that extra “hey, I’m eating fruit!” energy. Total: 433 calories
Lunch: I grabbed a chicken bowl from Waba Grill at noon. Lean protein, check. Rice, check. Vegetables, check. Honestly, it’s my go-to when I want something filling, but I don’t too heavy. Total: 640 calories
Dinner: Okay, balance. I ended the day with a medium cheeseburger and a side of crispy, straight-cut fries. Sometimes just you need burger. No regrets. Total: 681 calories
Total for the day: 1,754 calories
day 2
Breakfast: My go-to: instant brown sugar and maple oatmeal, topped with banana and blueberries. Easy, reliable and gets the job done.
Lunch: I grabbed a bagel from the deli and put cream cheese on it. Simple, carby happiness.
Dinner: I ended the day with a medium poke bowl from the neighborhood Poke food truck. Ahi Tuna and salmon, rice, all the toppings… Honestly, poke is always the way to go, even if the calories pile on a bit.
Total for the day: 1,547 calories
Weekend update
I took a little break from gathering food. Sometimes you just need to enjoy your food without counting!
Day 5
Breakfast: Back to the routine – instant brown sugar and maple oatmeal with banana and blueberries. Why mess with perfection?
Lunch: I picked up an Italian panini from a local wine bar and went with the best verified option on the app. It hit the spot and didn’t require much effort.
Dinner: Jimmy John’s is having dinner! I went for number 7 – with the bread, not the witch. Sometimes you just need the full sandwich experience.
Total for the day: 1,533 calories
December 6
Breakfast: You guessed it: Instant Brown Sugar Maple Oatmeal with Blueberries and Bananas. It’s reliable and I like it.
Lunch: I leaned back on my Jimmy John’s and ordered another spicy East Coast Italian – this time as a witch. The salad wrap is lighter but still filling.
Dinner: Two slices of pepperoni pizza to top off the day. Sometimes pizza is just calling your name. Total: 496 calories.
Total for the day: 1,379 calories
December 7th
Breakfast: Instant brown sugar and again maple oatmeal with sliced ​​banana and blueberries for added whole fruit nutrition. Can’t beat a classic.
Lunch: I turned to Thundercloud Subs and got a New York Italian sandwich. I paired it with a side of Sun Chips because, let’s be real, sandwiches are better with chips.
Dinner: Dinner with friends at a local brewery! I kept it simple with an order of Lemon Pepper Wings. Tasty, shareable and not too heavy.
Total for the day: 1,505 calories
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