Forget the sugary bbq sauce! Our grilled chicken has all the flavor without all the extra sugar, fat, and carbohydrates of the traditional barbecued chicken breast. Serve it with grilled zucchini, corn on the cob, and a baked potato for a satisfying and balanced summer meal that will help you maintain and improve your gains!

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

You’ve worked hard to get your body ready for swimsuit season, don’t let the food and drink at summertime parties set you back! However, staying fit doesn’t mean you have to sweat off all the best that weekend barbecues have to offer. We’ve put our best tips together to help you indulge without destroying your definition or expanding your waistline.

The Basics

Carbohydrates are macronutrients that are found naturally in many plant-based foods as well as added to processed foods by food manufacturers. Carbs get a bad rap in the media today because eating too many can be associated with weight gain and health concerns but, the truth is, every body needs carbohydrates in order to function at its peak.

Workouts on the Sand
If you’re like us, then you know a beach vacation is no time to slack off on workouts. If you want to show off your ripped abs later for the crowds, fit in an early morning workout on the beach to get them in their best shape. Take 2 Ramp Up, grab a towel, rub on the sweat-proof sunscreen, and hit the sand for your push-ups, crunches, planks, and lunges in the morning.