We don’t need to tell you that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. In this series, we’re asking some of Boston’s top doctors, fitness pros, and dietitians for a sneak peek into their kitchens, so we can see what’s on their breakfast table.
Who: We found out what three Boston SoulCycle instructors—Erin Lindsay, Jeff Rieber, and Sara Silk—eat to start their pedal-packed days.
Erin Lindsay’s breakfast. All photos provided
Erin Lindsay
What she ate: Avocado toast topped with tomatoes, cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil, and sea salt; a yogurt parfait with whole-milk Greek yogurt, granola, and berries; coconut water; and coffee.
Why she chose it: “I’m big on breakfast. Having a strong calorie base early on helps me maintain strength when I’m on the bike and running around Boston all day,” Lindsay says. “[Avocado toast] is nutrient-dense, containing a carb and a great fat to have pre-workout. The parfait has the sugars that help me get moving. I love orange juice, but the coconut water keeps me hydrated better throughout my day and provides the natural energy I need. After class I’ll have a protein shake within 30 minutes of getting off the bike.”
Jeff Rieber’s breakfast.
Jeff Rieber
What he ate: An omelette with chicken breast, green pepper, and Sriracha; brown rice; and coffee.
Why he chose it: “I don’t like having a huge meal before I work out, so most days I have my breakfast after I teach,” he says. “Before class, I’ll make sure to have something that gives me energy, usually Greek yogurt and a banana. After class is when I make sure to get in a full meal. I always have an omelette with chicken breast and a green vegetable topped with Sriracha, because, well, I love Sriracha. The combination of protein and carbohydrates refuels me and gives me energy for the day.”
Sara Silk’s breakfast.
Sara Silk
What she ate: Crunchy peanut butter mixed with Greek yogurt, flax, chia seeds, goji berries, cacao nibs, and raw honey.
Why she chose it: “I normally teach quite early in the morning, so this is my go-to breakfast for post-class recovery,” Silk says. “I have a hard time stomaching a huge breakfast after class; anything too heavy or greasy usually makes me feel heavy and immediately tired. The Greek yogurt is light and packed with protein, which is necessary after a hard workout, and the peanut butter makes me feel full without feeling sleepy. It’s also delicious and gives me a non-caffeinated energy boost.”