Imogen Shepherd-Roberts

Meal times do NOT have to be boring. 👏🏼

One of the biggest mistakes people make when dieting is thinking they need to eat plain chicken, rice and broccoli every day.

The truth? The best nutrition plan is one you actually enjoy and can stick to.

For me, it’s not about spending hours in the kitchen.

It’s about creating meals that are packed with flavour, keep me full, help me hit my macros and make staying in a calorie deficit feel easy.

Think simple ingredient swaps, adding volume without loads of extra calories, building balanced plates and making meals you’ll genuinely look forward to eating.

Swipe to see some of the dinners I’ve been loving lately 👉🏼

If you’d like me to share the recipes, drop this post a ❤️ and leave a comment below!

Which is making you hungry for dinner?

I’ve been a little quieter on social media lately.

Not because I’ve stopped showing up, but because life has looked a little different recently.

Big life changes, moving house, running a business, maintaining relationships, training and trying to be present through it all has meant something had to take a back seat.

And for now, that’s been social media.

If I’m honest, it frustrates me. I love creating content, sharing my journey and connecting with all of you.
But I’ve also had to accept that I can’t do everything, all at once.

Sometimes being an adult means setting boundaries and getting really clear on your priorities.

For me, that has meant continuing to show up for the things that matter most:
✨ Supporting my clients and coaching team.
✨ Training consistently and getting my daily movement in.
✨ Eating well so I feel good physically and mentally.
✨ Being present for my partner, family, and friends.
✨ Creating time and space for the people I love.

The reality is that life will always be busy. There will always be reasons why now isn’t the perfect time.

But here’s something worth asking yourself...

Are you putting your goals further down your priority list because other things feel more urgent?

Are you telling yourself you’ll start when life calms down, when work gets easier, when the kids are older, when you’re less stressed?

Or are those reasons becoming excuses because facing the reality of change feels harder?

Because the truth is, there is rarely a perfect time.

The people who get results aren’t the ones with the most time. They’re the ones who decide to make time.

Life doesn’t need to be perfect for you to work towards your goals.
You just need a plan that fits your life right now.

So maybe the question isn’t “When is the right time?”

Maybe the question is...

“What am I willing to prioritise to create the life I want?”

Feeling stuck is frustrating… especially when you feel like you’re trying.

You’re showing up to the gym, but the sessions feel lacklustre.
No real intensity. No progression. No clear direction.
Just going through the motions and hoping it’s enough…

You’re tracking… but only the bits that are easy to track.
Not the cheeky frappe. Not the after work drinks.
Not the little extras that do add up over the week.

Then the weekend rolls around…
Coffee turns into coffee and cake.
The cinema turns into dinner and snacks.
A quick breakfast turns into a drive-thru because life’s busy.

And none of that is the problem
it’s just not being accounted for.

So the week ends…
The scales don’t move…
And your first thought is: “what’s the point?”

But the reality?

It’s not that your body isn’t responding.
It’s that your routine isn’t matching your goal.

If you’re reading this and it feels a bit uncomfortable…
That’s probably because you know there’s more you could be taking ownership of.

And the good news? That means you can change it.

Comment “STUCK” if this is you let’s fix it!

These are high protein summer salads that actually taste unreal and keep you full.

All under 550 calories and at least 30g protein.

Save this for your or dinner next week

🥗 Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Macros (approx)
520 kcal | 42g protein | 48g carbs | 14g fats
Ingredients (1 serving)

Main
Chicken breast 150g
Cooked pasta 60g 
Lettuce 60g
Cherry tomatoes 80g

Toppings
Anchovies 10g
Parmesan 15g

Dressing
0% Greek yoghurt 80g
Lemon juice
Garlic powder
Black pepper
Parmesan style seasoning

How to👩🏻‍🍳
Cook and slice the chicken.
Mix yoghurt, lemon, garlic and seasoning to make the dressing.
Combine pasta, lettuce and tomatoes, then top with chicken, anchovies and parmesan.
Drizzle over dressing and toss.

🍉 Greek Chicken Meatball Salad with Watermelon & Feta
Macros (approx)
535 kcal | 38g protein | 40g carbs | 18g fats
Ingredients (1 serving)

Meatballs
Chicken mince 150g
Garlic powder
Oregano
Salt and pepper

Salad
Watermelon 120g
Cucumber 100g
Feta 40g
Fresh mint
Rocket or mixed leaves

Extra
Olive oil 1 tsp
Lemon juice

How to👩🏻‍🍳
Mix chicken mince with seasoning and form into meatballs, then cook until golden.
Chop watermelon, cucumber and feta and combine with leaves and mint.
Dress with olive oil and lemon.
Serve with warm chicken meatballs on top.

🥩 New York Deli Steak & Potato Salad
Macros (approx)
545 kcal | 40g protein | 45g carbs | 16g fats
Ingredients (1 serving)

Main
Lean steak 150g
Baby potatoes 250g
Rocket or lettuce 60g

Toppings
Pickles 40g
Red onion 30g
Cherry tomatoes 80g

Dressing
0% Greek yoghurt 70g
Dijon mustard
Lemon juice
Dill
Salt and pepper

How to 👩🏻‍🍳
Cook potatoes and allow to cool slightly.
Cook steak to your liking and slice.
Mix yoghurt, mustard, lemon and dill for dressing.
Combine everything in a bowl and toss well.

Simple ingredients, no boring salads! 🥗

Add carbs you fancy flatbreads, rice, pasta or pitta chips 🫓

➡️ Share with someone who thinks salads are boring

Eat dinner with me 🍽️

This was my plate the other night nothing fancy, just real, basic foods put together in a way that actually fills you up and supports your goals.

🥔 Jacket potato (250g)
🧀 Cheese (30g) + cottage cheese (100g)
🐟 Tuna (102g) + light mayo (20g)
🥗 Coleslaw (50g)
🥒🍅 250g cucumber & cherry tomatoes

→ 664 calories
→ 50g protein | 64g carbs | 22g fat

Big plate. Balanced. High protein. And actually satisfying.

This is your reminder that balanced meals don’t need to be complicated or “perfect.”

You don’t need fancy recipes or loads of time in the kitchen.

Use foods you enjoy. Build your meals around protein. Add carbs and fats to suit your goals. Keep it simple.

Tracking your nutrition should fit into your life not take it over.

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