Meal prep is only as effective as the infrastructure supporting it. Reducing friction makes a behavior easier to repeat. Without containers, space, tools, and scheduled time, the intention to prep remains just intention. Start simple: batch protein, roasted vegetables, simple assembly. The goal isn’t culinary achievement — it’s having food ready when you need it.
This companion covers why meal prep matters, the infrastructure audit, common barriers and solutions, and how to start simple. (3 min read)
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