U of T Fitness & Performance

Did you know that fat provides more than twice the amount of usable energy in the body than carbohydrates and protein and that not all fat is "bad"? 👀

Check out the above ⬆️ slides to understand what fats are, how they help you perform daily in your life and where you can find them! 🛒

Blueberries, pasta, apples and quinoa. What do all these foods have in common? 🤔

They're all sources of carbohydrates. Check out this post to learn about carbohydrates and why it's crucial to integrate them throughout your meals.

Did you know that high protein foods can help speed up recovery after exercise, reduce muscle loss and keep you satiated? 🏋🏻‍♀️

Check out this post to learn about protein: what it is, why it's important, where you can find it and how to integrate it into your day.🌞

Do you ever wonder what that person just standing there in the middle of the grocery aisle with two different boxes of granola bars in their hands is doing? 🙋🏻

I bet you they're comparing the two different nutrition labels to make sure they're choosing the best bar for their buck! 💵

Swipe above ⬆️ to learn how nutrition labels can help you make more informed decisions while navigating through the grocery store.

Link⛓in bio for more info about nutrition labelling!

For our final recipe, we're tackling easy, inexpensive💲 and healthy trail and snack mixes!

You can make these in a jiffy, stow away🎒for a long day on the move, or save in the fridge for a quick meal when you get home.🏡

Scroll ⬅️ for ingredients, cost, instructions and tips❗️

Spice up your day with these delicious and exceptionally nutritious Chili Mango Summer Rolls with Ginger Peanut sauce 🌶🥜🥭

Chock full of seasonal veg, these fresh rolls can easily get a protein upgrade with the addition of chicken or shrimp - a handy and tasty protein supplement for those on the go 🏃🏽‍♀️🚍🚉🚴🏿

Swipe through ⬅️ for a full ingredient list, instructions and handy tips to preserve and keep fresh!

This month we're all about delicious but simple meal & snack recipes that pack a nutritional punch for your daily performance needs! 🏃🏽‍♀️⛹🏻‍♂️🚴

Let's get started with our Freezer Friendly Breakfast Burrito. It's designed to get your day started on the right foot, but you can have these anytime. ☀️🌝

Swipe through ⬅️ for ingredients, supplies, instructions and tips!

What a beaut 💙 get outside and enjoy the sunshine and some activity!

Does sharing kitchen space and appliances with your housemates cause a barrier to cooking meals?🧑🏽‍🍳

Is it challenging to find transportation 🚙 🚲 to and from grocery stores in downtown Toronto?

Are the food services on campus and surrounding restaurants not always the “healthiest” option? 🤔

Check out these tips to help remove any barriers to nutrition. 👨🏻‍🏫

Link⛓in bio for more info!

REMINDER: Barre 🩰 class for tonight (6:15 p.m.) is still on - just at a new location!

Tonight’s workout has been moved from Athletic Centre Field House to Goldring Fitness Centre.

Did you know that high protein foods can help speed up recovery after exercise, reduce muscle loss and keep you satiated? 🏋🏻‍♀️

Check out this post to learn about protein: what it is, why it's important, where you can find it and how to integrate it into your day.🌞

Stay tuned for future posts on dietary fat, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals!