Long Weekend Survival Guide for Blokes
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Long weekends are awesome. Extra sleep. Backyard beers. Road trips. Family time. But let’s be real, your routine goes out the window. You end up snacking on the go, skipping meals, or grabbing whatever’s easy.
You don’t need to be perfect. Just plan a little. Here’s how to survive and still feel good on Monday.
1. Expect the Chaos
Long weekends aren’t normal weekends. Meals, schedules, everything changes. Plan for it:
- Pack protein snacks (nuts, jerky, boiled eggs)
- Bring fruit or wraps for the road
- Keep water handy
Simple prep = less “grab whatever” moments.
2. Protein First
Protein keeps you full and stops overeating. Even small increases help.
The Man Shake makes this easy: 30g of protein per serve, quick to make, and can replace 1–2 meals if your weekend gets hectic.
Tips:
- Breakfast: eggs, Greek yoghurt, or a Man Shake
- Lunch & dinner: base meals around meat, fish, or legumes
- Snacks: protein bars, jerky, or a quick shake
Cover protein, and everything else is easier to manage.
3. Road Trip Choices
Quick meals don’t have to be junk. Smart picks under 600 calories:
- Macca’s: grilled chicken, burgers minus extra sauce
- Bakers Delight: small rolls with lean fillings
- GYG: mini bowls or burritos, extra protein, less sauce
Swap small things, skip chips, drink plenty of water and you’ll stay on track.
4. Stop Mindless Snacking
One bite here, one bite there and it adds up fast.
- Serve yourself, don’t pick
- Sit down, enjoy it
- Only eat the treats you actually want
5. Hydrate
Busy days + booze = dehydration. Drink water before snacks.
For a smart hydration boost, swap plain water for The Man Shake Hydrate, an electrolyte drink with no added sugar and keeps the energy up.
6. Drink Smart
Enjoy a few beers? Fine. Just:
- Choose lower-cal drinks
- Swap mixers for soda water
- Alternate drinks with water or Man Shake Hydrate
7. Progress, Not Perfection
One long weekend won’t undo everything. Enjoy it. Road trips, family, and BBQs just make choices that leave you feeling good on Monday.
Simple, flexible, planned ahead and you’ve got this.
