Protein Bar Blog

Here at Protein Bar we’re always looking for new, innovative ways to get our SWEAT on! Variety is essential for an effective exercise routine – so we’re excited to share a new class from our pals at Barre Bee Fit!

BBF recently launched their INNER DIVAS Dance Series, a monthly class with instructor April Shipp. Each month, April teaches a 90-minute dance class to a song by a different “diva” – incorporating

The wait is almost over! Protein Bar NMH is looking good and just weeks away from serving up healthy, delicious, eats. Stay tuned to our Facebook and Twitter pages for pre-opening contests, updates and more.  

Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit – the healthy way! Here are some tips and tricks on keeping things healthy this weekend INCLUDING some amazing recipes courtesy of Chef Phil!

Tips for a HEALTHIER St. Patrick’s Day

Shake things up with our delicious fitMINT Blended Drink. A minty treat that’s PACKED with protein and only has 160 calories!
Drink better! Chicagonans can stop by our River North location post-parade where we’ll be serving

It’s back to the burbs for Protein Bar! We’re proud to introduce our 13th restaurant, Protein Bar Schaumburg. Projected to open in fall 2013, this restaurant will serve surrounding offices, local residents, as well as Woodfield Mall shoppers. Our full menu of delicious high-protein treats will be offered, plus healthy catering, AND our chef designed kid’s menu. Stay tuned to our facebook and twitter pages for photos, updates and

Team Protein Bar is proud to announce the location of our 12th restaurant — 120 S. Riverside! Located in the heart of loop — this location will serve on-the-go lunchers, commuters, and more! Look for us in summer 2013.

Hungry for more Protein Bar? Check out all of our upcoming locations below.

Location #9 – Northwestern Memorial Hospital (late April opening)
Location #10 – 19th & K in Washington, DC (spring 2013 opening)
Location

Have you ever been to a friend’s place or perhaps a family relative and they prepared a wonderful meal? Perhaps it wasn’t fancy or extravagant, but it was amazing. The mashed potatoes were extra fluffy and smooth. The roasted chicken came out tender and flavorful. The whole time was just nearly magical.

You then fawn all over it, asking what their secret is. Where did you get this chicken? How did you do the salad

For as long as I can remember I have been superstitious. My mom and I would always have weird things we would do just “for good luck” or to not mess up our perceived natural order of the world. Most centered around sporting events (“We can’t tape USC football games or else they will lose”) but these superstitions only worsened as I got older. I now even have

The challenge is on! We’re proud to introduce you to our 2013 Transformation challengers. With the help of the Protein Bar Team and SWEAT Squad partners like Rob Lekan, SKo-Fit, and Barre Bee Fit — these individuals will not only change the way they eat on the go — but how they live in 2013.

Follow each challenger’s journey via this blog, facebook and twitter under #PBChallenge2013

TEAM FRANKLIN

Name: Martha 
2013 Goals: In 2013,

5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT PROTEIN BAR OAK BROOK

Lucky #7 — Protein Bar Oak Brook is our 7th and first suburban restaurant. This location will serve nearby corporate offices, Oakbrook Mall visitors AND our super healthy neighbors at L.A. Fitness!
Share the Health — This location comes equipped with a full healthy catering kitchen. Whether you need to feed 3 or 300, we got you covered! Learn more here»
Healthy Food Fast —

Where are you from? And how did you end up here?
Chicago…born and raised!

How long have you been with Protein Bar?
As of December 2012 I have been with PB for a year and four months.

Biggest Passions?
Life! I love everything about being able to do whatever I choose. I am trying to live everyday to the fullest.

If you had to describe yourself in one word what would it be?
Passionate! I am probably