Have you been thinking about trying a meal plan? Are you a frequent meal plan customer who is looking for some customization? Then this blog is for you!
The Fit Kitchen team has been helping customers to meet their health goals using meal plans for several years. We have answered lots of questions and there are a few which come up quite often. So, to save some time, we put all the answers in this blog (and in Part 2). We hope this helps to clarify some information around our meal plans, how they work, and how they can fit into your lifestyle.
For more details or to request a customized meal plan, send us an email to eatfit@fitkitchen.ca.
What is the Macronutrient Distribution in Your Meal Plans?
For all of our meal plans, we try to keep the macronutrient distribution at 30% Protein, 30% Carbs, and 40% Fat. However, this will vary day to day since we want to provide as much variety as possible while keeping within these ranges.
What are the Differences Between the Lean, Everyday and Performance Meal Plans?
Lean Plan: This plan is best for those looking to lose weight or those with a lean body type looking to maintain their weight. This plan is mainly composed of our lean meals which are lower in calories and lower in fat compared to our performance meals.
- Small Lean Plan = 1300 – 1500 Calories Per Day
- Large Lean Plan = 1650 – 2000 Calories Per Day
Everyday Plan: This plan is aimed at those looking to maintain their weight and to promote general health. This plan includes a combination of our lean and performance meals for a well-balanced option.
- Small Everyday Plan = 1600 – 1800 Calories Per Day
- Large Everyday Plan = 1800 – 2100 Calories Per Day
Performance Plan: This plan is best for athletes and those looking to maximize the effects of an active lifestyle. This high calorie plan is great if you are trying to put on muscle and get those gains! The performance plan is mainly composed of our performance meals which are higher calorie and higher fat compared to our lean meals.
- Small Performance Plan = 1700 – 2000 Calories Per Day
- Large Performance Plan = 2200 – 2500 Calories Per Day
What’s the Difference Between the Small and Large Size Meals?
The main difference between the sizes is that our small meals contain 3 oz of protein and large meals contain 5 oz of protein. Large meals also contain more carbs and vegetables and have higher calories. Some of our meals such as our Power Tacos and our salads just come in one size.
- Small Lean Meals = 250-350 Calories
- Small Performance Meals = 350-500 Calories
- Large Lean Meals = 400-500 Calories
- Large Performance Meals = 500-800 Calories
Can You Customize a Meal Plan to Meet My Specific Macro Targets?
Yes! If you have specific macro targets, just send us an email with the details. Then we can send you a sample plan and pricing options. The price for a custom plan may be slightly different than that of the plans on our website since your requirements may vary from our standard plans. For example, the price may increase slightly if you require a very high protein plan.
Do You Offer Keto, Low-Sodium, or Whole-30 Meal Plans?
We don’t offer standard meal plans on our website for these types of diets. However, all our meal plans are customizable, and we can accommodate any of these requests. Just send us an email with the details of your diet and your restrictions. Please note that these meal plans may have less variety than our Lean/Everyday/Performance plans, but our nutrition team will try their best to maximize variety within the restraints of your diet.
I Don’t Like _______. Can You Remove It from My Meal Plan?
Yes! If there is an ingredient or meal you don’t like, or a dietary restriction that limits what you can eat, we can easily accommodate it. When ordering a meal plan from our website, you can select from common preferences such as ‘No Fish’, ‘No Spicy’, and ‘No Pork’. If you have a preference that doesn’t appear on the list, just send us an email after submitting your order and we can remove any meals with that ingredient from your plan.
Please note, we are not able to modify the meals on our menu to remove an ingredient from that specific meal. For example, we can’t make a Bangkok Green Curry without the red peppers. This is because our kitchen makes hundreds of meals at a time, so it is not feasible for them to make modifications. This means that if you ask for no red peppers, the Bangkok Green Curry will not be included in your meal plan.
Do You Have Discounts for Repeat Customers?
We don’t have specific discounts for repeat meal plan customers. This is because our meal plans are already discounted at about 8% compared to ordering meals à la carte, from the website.
We also have our Fit Rewards program where you can earn points for each dollar you spend. As you continue to purchase meal plans, you will move up in our reward tiers and can earn more points per dollar spent. These reward points can be applied as a discount to your order. You can also earn other perks such as Fit Kitchen merch, free samples, a free nutrition consultation, and more! You can learn more HERE.
Can I Receive My Meal Plan Delivery at the Same Time Each Day?
We are not able to guarantee a specific delivery time. This is because our delivery load fluctuates each week based on how many orders are placed. Some orders are delivered with our own Fit Kitchen drivers, and some are delivered with our deliver partner, Deeleeo. We can add a note to your deliver instructions asking for delivery before or after a certain time, but we can’t guarantee this will be met. Please contact us if you have a delivery time request and we can communicate it to the drivers.
If you will not be home during your whole delivery window, you can leave a cooler outside your door where we can place your meals. This is especially recommended in the summer months to ensure your meals stay cool. During colder months, the insulated bag and ice packs that are delivered with the meals are enough to keep your meals cool for a few hours if you aren’t home.
Conclusion
We hope this blog helped to answer some of your burning meal plan questions. Our team loves putting together meal plans to help meet all of our customers’ unique goals. So, don’t hesitate to reach out with any other questions. Stay tuned for Part 2 coming soon, with even more answers!
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