Hi! I’m Heather!
Welcome, welcome! I’m so glad you stopped by!
I’m a sports mom of four, cookbook author, and the recipe developer and food photographer behind Fit Mama Real Food. Between school, practices, and games, our house runs on food that’s quick to make, keeps everyone full, and that my kids will actually eat (miracles do happen!).
That’s exactly what you’ll find here: high protein, kid-approved recipes made with real food and simple ingredients, for busy families like mine.
How it started
I started this blog back in 2008 as a personal diary of my own journey to healthy living. Along the way, I became a NASM certified nutrition coach, AFAA certified group fitness instructor, and YogaFit certified instructor, and spent years teaching classes and helping others build healthy habits that actually stick.
Over the years, as our family grew and life got busier, this blog turned into a place to share the recipes that actually work on a hectic weeknight. My background in nutrition and fitness taught me how much protein matters for staying energized and full, and now I build that into meals the whole family loves.
What you’ll find here
- High protein breakfasts, snacks, and dinners
- Kid-friendly meals that picky eaters approve of
- Easy recipes with simple, real food ingredients
- Low sugar treats and drinks
Where to start
Not sure what to make first? These are reader favorites:
- Healing Chicken Turmeric Soup
- Tortilla Chip Crusted Chicken Nuggets
- Chocolate Chip Chickpea Muffins
- Iced Protein Matcha Latte
- Snickers Protein Yogurt Cup
- Traeger Grilled Chicken Tenders
Or browse everything in the Recipe Index.
My cookbook
I’m also the author of Everyday Muffin Party, packed with easy, wholesome muffin recipes your family will love.
Let’s get connected
Questions and comments about a specific recipe should be left in the comment section of that post. I personally answer each and every comment there. For any other questions, email me at hello@fitmamarealfood.com.
You can also find me on Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest for new recipes every week.
Brand partnerships
If you’re a brand looking to partner through sponsored posts, social media, dedicated emails, UGC, giveaways, and more, reach out to hello@fitmamarealfood.com.
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XO
Heather
