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NASM Certified Personal Trainer · Athletic Lift
Skylar Macall is an online fitness coach based in Utah, a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, and a High Fitness instructor. Before coaching, she played rugby for a Division I college program, where she learned that showing up consistently, in the gym and in the kitchen, beats any short term fix. She reviews the training side of Athletic Lift.
I’ve lost more than 55 pounds twice, once on my postpartum journey. I don’t coach anything I haven’t lived myself.
That experience shapes how Skylar reviews Athletic Lift. When a guide makes a claim about training, recovery, or fueling a workout, she checks it against what actually works for real people with real schedules, not just what looks good on paper.
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Recipes and guides written by Skylar for Athletic Lift.
26 Cheap Crockpot Dinners That Stretch Your Grocery BudgetOctober 7, 2026
19 Braised Beef Dinners That Fall Apart With a ForkOctober 6, 2026
14 Breads to Serve with SoupOctober 5, 2026
22 Hearty Stews That Simmer Into Something GoodOctober 4, 2026
27 Low-Carb Soups That Are Actually FillingOctober 3, 2026
20 Potato Side Dishes That Go Beyond Basic Mashed PotatoesOctober 2, 2026
21 Meatball Dinners Worth MakingOctober 1, 2026
20 Cheap High-Protein Dinners with Beans and LentilsOctober 1, 2026
16 High-Protein Salmon DinnersSeptember 30, 2026
21 Soup and Sandwich Lunches That Hit the SpotSeptember 30, 2026
20 Holiday Main Dishes That Feed a CrowdSeptember 30, 2026
22 Friendsgiving Appetizers That Disappear Before DinnerSeptember 29, 2026
27 Thanksgiving Sides You Can Make AheadSeptember 28, 2026
23 Easy Stir-Fry Dinners You Can Make in 20 MinutesSeptember 26, 2026
22 Steak Dinners That Feel Restaurant-Worthy at HomeSeptember 25, 2026
28 Fall Baking Ideas Perfect for Crisp Autumn DaysSeptember 25, 2026
25 High-Protein Mediterranean DinnersSeptember 24, 2026
26 Pork Dinners That Make Weeknight Meals EasierSeptember 23, 2026
19 No-Cook High-Protein BreakfastsSeptember 22, 2026
20 High-Protein Toast IdeasSeptember 21, 2026
17 High-Protein Taco Night DinnersSeptember 19, 202624 Football Sunday Dinner Ideas for Game DaySeptember 17, 2026
14 High-Protein Tuna Food IdeasSeptember 16, 2026
16 Butternut Squash Dinners that are Perfect for Fall WeatherSeptember 15, 2026
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If your evenings are as busy as a gym bag on a Monday, dump-and-go crockpot dinners are your best option. You put in the ingredients, set the dial, and let the dinner finish cooking itself. Many crockpot recipes are adjustable; alter the protein, heat, and temperature and use whatever’s in the fridge! 1) Salsa Verde …
The greatest challenge for someone attempting to follow a keto diet while also prioritizing protein is rarely cravings. Instead, it’s the monotony associated with eating the same things every day. These meals are designed to fit into your real life, whether it’s a busy weeknight or meal prepping. You won’t find yourself scavenging the pantry …
If your grocery bill has been feeling heavy this list is your spotter. These meals focus on cheap protein staples like beans, eggs, chicken, tuna, tofu, and Greek yogurt, plus some smart carbs to keep you full. Each idea is designed to hit around $3 per serving for most people, depending on the store and …
Many low-carb dinners can be quite boring as well as being a compromise on the quality of your meal. This list considers reality: It focuses on hectic evenings, famished individuals, and meals that do not require extensive effort. Expect large taste, excellent consistency, and ample assortment. The goal is not to leave you circling the …
It may feel difficult feeding four people for under ten dollars. Just like a wobbly bar, it can be done, but it will take simple steps and good form. These dinners focus on basic, inexpensive staples (rice, beans, pasta, eggs, potatoes). There are some flavor-boosters, but these will not break the bank. Based on regional …
If you’ve ever thought “I need to do some actual work” while standing in front of the fridge after a long day, you’ve come to the right place. These are 25 dinners that can net you about 40 grams of protein per serving, and won’t require you to spend hours in a lab doing experiments. …
With busy family dinners, the goal is to make it as simple as possible. The easier it is to repeat the more it actually happens. Freezer meals are a “future you” win. You get to cook once, eat twice (or five times), without having to do extra dishes on a Tuesday. Here are 30 options …
Some days you look in your fridge at 6pm, and you might just see good vibes, half a lemon, and an unopened box of mac and cheese. No worries, these meals still count as a win even though you are tired, busy, or just too lazy to cook for your friends. All of the meals …
Cooking meat is very similar to training. Just like how each training method is unique, there are unique approaches to cooking. It isn’t always about having the fanciest equipment. A good cook knows what to use for what scenario. Not every type of meat requires the same cooking method. A ribeye steak is not going …
Some evenings you may feel like going all out in the kitchen with some elaborate meal prep. Then some evenings you just want dinner to be efficient and to go on to the next thing. Sheet-pan meals can require a low amount of effort and yield high rewards: they all roast together, combine and create …
Weeknights can feel like you’re doing back-to-back sets with no rest timer, so dinner needs to pull its weight. These one-pot chicken dinners keep dishes minimal and flavor high, with plenty of options for picky eaters, tired parents, and anyone who just wants food that lands. Think “solid reps”: doable ingredients, straightforward steps, and leftovers …
You don’t have to go all out with fancy meal prep to make it work for your week. The goal is consistent protein, tolerable taste, and meal prep containers you can actually wash without making your sink a nightmare. These meal prep ideas are also grocery budget friendly and meal anchor strong for urgent post …