212. Fall Reset: Making Meal Prep & Planning REAL (Not Pinterest-Perfect)

Oct 21, 2025
Fall Reset: Making Meal Prep & Planning REAL (Not Pinterest-Perfect)
 

Last week, we talked all about fall routines and the mental and physical reset that comes with this season. Now…it’s time to talk all things FOOD!

Let’s be honest - fall brings out alllll the apple-cinnamon and pumpkin-everything vibes, along with cozy soups, casseroles, and more.

But…it’s also the time when so many of us are ready to get back on track with our nutrition and meal prep!

Honestly though, food does NOT need to be “Pinterest-perfect”. You don’t *need* to spend hours on aesthetic meal prep videos or color-coded containers to see results. You NEED something that fits your real life, regardless of the season you’re in!

Some weeks you’ll totally nail your food prep, and other weeks you’ll wing it. At the end of the day, YOU’RE the only one responsible for fueling your body and reaching your goals!

If you’re ready to make your fall reset actually stick, grab my free Body Recomp Meal Prep Blueprint - it will help you build a realistic, stress-free plan to keep you fueled all season long!

Episode Recap:

  • Why fall feels like the perfect time to refocus on food, prep & routines
  • The truth about “getting back on track” + why you don’t need to start over every Monday
  • Ditching the pressure of “perfect” meal prep
  • The simple 3-step approach to food this season
  • My favorite grocery system hacks
  • Quick and easy macro-friendly meal ideas for busy weeks
  • How to create a reusable base grocery list to simplify meal planning
  • The power of pre-tracking your food & building realistic systems that stick
  • Why consistency matters more than perfection with food and meal prep

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More about the Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast:

If you've tried all the fad diets and are sick and tired of not achieving your health and fitness goals long-term, you've come to the right place! Welcome to the Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast with me, Kristy Castillo. I'm here to help you break the annoying diet cycle, gain confidence, and reach your health and fitness goals. 

This podcast will show you how to be proud of the body you have, build the body you want, and enjoy the process along the way. I'll cover topics like how to get the most from your workouts, the importance of feeding your body what it needs, and key mindset shifts that will empower you. I've broken through the BS surrounding diet culture and built my dream body, all while being a busy wife, Mom and business owner, and I know you can too!

Connect with me on Instagram at @kristycastillofit

Learn more about working together by visiting my website: https://www.kristycastillo.com/

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