Protein Bar Blog

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I grew up in the suburbs and fell in love with Chicago while I was in culinary school.  It took some time but I finally made my way back to Printer’s Row!

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
Just over 2 months!

Biggest Passions?
My kitties Wrigley & Swish! My husband Larry and I have a North Side kitty and a South

Food Journaling: Does it Work?

Accountability, Accountability, Accountability. This really is the recurring theme when it comes to talking about how to be successful with any sort of health and fitness related goal.  A personal trainer can provide you with accountability from a fitness perspective because it gives you a definite time and place for a workout and someone else whose schedule is set around that time A food diary/journal is

The PB team is hard at work on our NEW 7th and D location, located in the heart of Washington, DC. Make sure to follow our DC Twitter account for exclusive contests, sneak peeks of the space and more!

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Born in Milwaukee but I grew up in Las Vegas, NV. I felt like I needed a huge change in my life, so I packed up everything I could fit and drove out to the Midwest.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
October 2011 <3

Biggest Passions?
First would be my kitties, I have two. Hi Sammy! J!

Protein Bar is proud to announce two NEW restaurants planned for the Chicagoland area. This fall we’ll bring the healthy to Northwestern Memorial Hospital‘s new ”Shop & Dine” retail center AND head to Oak Brook in what will be our first suburban venture! It’s our goal to help as many people, in as many places change the way they eat –thanks to our hard-working team and amazing customers we’re making

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
I was born and raised on the Southside (Bridgeport) of Chicago. I still live in the neighborhood I grew up in and most likely always will unless I leave the state.

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
I been with Protein Bar about a month and a half, so I’m still getting my feet wet (figuratively speaking of course).

Biggest Passions?
Hands

Probably the most challenging thing for most people when they workout is motivation. Sure, you have it when you start. The pair of jeans you wore a year ago are way too tight now. You saw a picture of yourself in a swimsuit. You just don’t feel good or feeling out of whack. Many times the beginning isn’t when you really need that motivation.

In three months down the line when

Following along with our dedication to Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Healthiness—we’ve come up with a few tips for a healthy, happy, and extra delicious 4th of July!

What so Proudly we KALE—we know the Traditional American BBQ is all about the MEAT— but this year try noshing on a few delicious summer salads. The recipes below are so refreshing and guilt-free you’ll be seeing fireworks!

Kale and Green Bean Salad 
Arugula