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I have to do most of my eating when I'm out at work, any ideas for healthier options? Marks & Spencer do some stuff, but not sure if it's that healthy, just know it's not cheap, but not too worried about that considering the amount I spend on junk.

Something that I do when on the move is get down to Morrisons and check out the salad bar.

In the salad bar there's a fantastic choice of salads and pastas. Appears to be quality ingredients used too.

I normally get a large tub (which would do two people), leave a little space at the top, buy some chicken/tuna or ham and add to the tub. Sorts me out with a bit of protein.

vegitarian subways

http://www.pansandcompany.com/cas/produ ... illos.html

These are the best 'healthiest' takeaway there is but it is a Spanish company. Still, you can make them yourself. A french baguette and make your own fillings with lots of salad veg and various ingredients - cheap to make and tasty.

jBacca wrote:Something that I do when on the move is get down to Morrisons and check out the salad bar.

In the salad bar there's a fantastic choice of salads and pastas. Appears to be quality ingredients used too.

I normally get a large tub (which would do two people), leave a little space at the top, buy some chicken/tuna or ham and add to the tub. Sorts me out with a bit of protein.

We have a similar thing over here in Superquinn. They prepare the salads and cold pasta in the shop at the start of everyday and it's the business. I waste most of my lunch time actually going to get it but it's well worth it.

Adamj1987 wrote:vegitarian subways

The amount of salt in the dough/bread subways use is terrible. Granted, it's better than McDonalds or BK, but it's certainly not healthy.

King Tubby - best bet is something like a chicken shish kebab... grilled chicken breast, loads of salad.

Shish kebab

Keep 'em coming. Chicken shish is a good one, always feels like a bit of a 'cheat'.
Is Biltong good for you when training/trying to lose weight?

Yes, but shit loads of salt.

So Poncey, if I'm trying to lose weight and I'm out cycling most days, would I be better off in a t-shirt having a little sweat up, or wearing a windcheater and getting the sweat pouring out of me?

Unless you're training for a sport with weight divisions, never use the method of sweating to cut weight. All you're doing is robbing your body of essential salts, potassium and ions (electrolytes).

For instance, when I cut weight from 84kg to 75kg as a dry run for competing, I suffered from excruciating cramps. Especially if my shins and calfs when locking in triangles during a heavy rolling session.

Focus on losing the fat, so a tee should be fine.

Naughty Tubby!

Very, very naughty!

I've learnt that having salad with your donar kebab is not considered "healthy eating".

Cheers Poncey, I might nominate you as my fitness Guru.

Crease wrote:I've learnt that having salad with your donar kebab is not considered "healthy eating".

Have it with your shish kebab and it is.

fornicate.

Was doing so well, the the bitch of a wife bought kebabs on her way back from work.

Needless to say it was a massive one with lots of sauce.

It went down a treat and now I feel like DG - like a twat.

I'll be out running tomorrow to try to keep the damage in check.

Sushi and miso soup or Vietnamese rice paper rolls are always a good, quick fix, for something a little more substantial, a wok tossed Thai stir fry or a Thai salad like crying tiger is gold. The Asians really know how to do a healthy take-away.

jBacca wrote:Something that I do when on the move is get down to Morrisons and check out the salad bar.

In the salad bar there's a fantastic choice of salads and pastas. Appears to be quality ingredients used too.

I normally get a large tub (which would do two people), leave a little space at the top, buy some chicken/tuna or ham and add to the tub. Sorts me out with a bit of protein.

Sainsburys also have one as well. If you go to Costa/Cafe Nero you might be able to pick up a fruit salad or a healthy wrap to go with a nice herbal tea especially decaf which can help reduce heart disease may reduce blood pressure http://jn.nutrition.org/content/138/8/1554S.full

dberry wrote:Sushi and miso soup or Vietnamese rice paper rolls are always a good, quick fix, for something a little more substantial, a wok tossed Thai stir fry or a Thai salad like crying tiger is gold. The Asians really know how to do a healthy take-away.

Crying Tiger and Nam Sod/Larb Gai are my favorite Thai dishes. So much flavor and all protein.

Pre-cooked chicken breast + prepared salad from supermarket is a quick readily available option.

When I'm away with work I always have plenty of protein shake mix and / or bars at hand to supplement my food in case I struggle to get my protein intake.