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Twenty Days—Twelve Meals: How did you do? >

Today is the final day to turn in your Buy 12 cards! Over the last 2 months you’ve SWEAT, you’ve challenged yourself—you made the choice to do healthy…healthier—how does it feel? Our goal was to help YOU become a better (healthier) YOU and the fun doesn’t end here!

Tomorrow we’ll be drawing names and giving away the remainder of our sweet prizes. Amongst these prizes is our Grand Prize—Chef Phil’s Private

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Jannette >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I was born in South Korea and raised in New York. I came to Chicago for school and decided to stick around.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
Since the opening of River North…May 2011. 

Biggest Passions?
Bikes, food, and nutrition! My non-Protein Bar time is spent working towards my Masters degree in Nutrition, riding and racing my bike, and thinking about

 
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Sweat Story: Change >

Change happens and happens all the time, many times people loath change. Life is going really, really well for them. Their job is swell, their significant other is great, friends are fun to hang out with, and then life takes a turn. Sickness in the family, friends are dealing with being a caregiver for a ill family of their own, the job is all of a sudden crazy busy and

 
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CHEF PHIL’S 12 RECIPES FOR 2012 >

There’s less than one week left in our 20 Days—12 Meals promotion. So far we’ve given away gym memberships, spa treatments, happy hours, but have saved the biggest and best prize for last—Chef Phil’s Private Dining Experience!!

To get you salivating we had Chef put together 12 of his favorite recipes—recipes he could end up making for YOU and 3 friends!

CHEF PHIL’S 12 RECIPES FOR 2012

Chorizo Chayote Chile Rellenos with Roasted

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Andre >

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
San Juan, Puerto Rico. My good friend Marc Sauseda said come work with him and for an awesome healthy “fast food” joint.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
2 yrs

Biggest Passions?
Health/fitness

If you had to describe yourself in one word what would it be?
Motivator 

A goal you have achieved that you are proud of?
Masters Degree in Sports Medicine and Physiology from MSU

 
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Wellness Wednesday: Chocolate >

Chocolate: Medicine for the Heart?

If you got chocolate for Valentine’s Day, you may be surprised to hear this nutritionist tell you to keep it! February does not only have Valentine’s Day in it, but it is also National Heart Month, with the focus being on the promotion of heart-healthy behaviors. I bet you didn’t know that chocolate does in fact help your heart health.

There is plenty of research out supporting

 
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Perk up! Introducing Organic Counter Culture Coffee >

Protein Bar is proud to introduce a new partner in making your life even healthier (and more delicious)—the cutting-edge coffee roaster Counter Culture Coffee. Counter Culture works with some of the best farmers in the world to craft exceptional coffees from seed to cup, and we’re happy to now share this quality blend with you.

Dedicated to exceptional quality and real sustainability, we’re proud to offer two organic coffees from Counter Culture that represent a perfect synergy

 
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Scenes from State & Lake >

The countdown to healthy eating has begun! We’re on track to open our 10 W. Lake location in just over 2 weeks! The construction team has been getting their SWEAT on to make the 5th Protein Bar as stylish, sleek, and delicious as the others! Stay tuned for exciting updates and for official “Opening Day” details.

Work around the State/Lake area? Contact win@proteinbarchicago.com for the chance to snag free lunch for you and

 
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BEHIND THE BAR: Tiffany >

February 6, 2012    0 Comments   Connection, Flavor, Healthy Living, Service, Style, Sweat

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I’m from the south side of Chicago (GO WHITE SOX!), and I was sent by the protein gods to ensure everyone gets their daily dose of smiles,  protein, and buffalo sauce.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
9 wonderful months

Biggest Passions?
All things food, and food related! It’s art that just so happens to make your tummy smile. All the thought

 
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SWEAT Story: One more Rep… >

One more rep. C’mon! You’ve got this! One more rep! YES! Nice Job.

How often have you heard that before either around you or to you or even saying that to someone? We always have one more rep in us. One more rep to push ourselves to the max, pushing us past what we think is our peak, until you hit pure fatigue of the muscles. That’s why you have a