My Go-To Breakfast
Updated August 2, 2026
One of the questions I get asked most often is, “What do you eat for breakfast?”
The answer is simple—I eat almost the exact same breakfast every morning.
Most of my weekday runs are completed fasted, with the exception of my Wednesday speed sessions and Sunday long runs, where I deliberately consume carbohydrates before, during, and after the workout to maximize performance and recovery.
After my easy morning runs or strength sessions, this is the breakfast I eat before heading to work. It’s nutritious, filling, inexpensive, and takes less than three minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
Note: The order in which you add the ingredients does matter. Following this sequence gives the best texture, flavour, and overall eating experience.
- 340 g high-protein, fat-free Greek yogurt
I use Kirkland Organic Greek Yogurt. This is approximately one-quarter of the container and forms the base of the meal.
- 6 g psyllium husk
I use Organika Psyllium Husk. Sprinkle this directly onto the yogurt before adding anything else. The psyllium absorbs some of the moisture from the yogurt, creating a thicker, creamier texture while adding a significant amount of fibre.
- 12 g powdered peanut butter
I use Naked PB. This adds a rich peanut butter flavour with very little fat or sugar while contributing additional protein.
- 300 g fruit
Blueberries are my favourite because they are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties, which are especially appealing during marathon training. However, any fresh or frozen fruit works well. I prefer adding the fruit before the oats so the moisture helps soften the ingredients underneath.
- 8 g rolled oats
I use Yupik Rolled Oats. This provides a small amount of complex carbohydrates, additional fibre, and a pleasant texture. I intentionally keep the quantity modest since the oats aren’t soaked beforehand.
How to Eat It
Enjoy this breakfast with a large glass of fluid. My personal favourite is a cup of black coffee.
Because this meal is very high in fibre, it’s important to consume enough fluids. The fibre absorbs a considerable amount of water in your digestive tract, which helps keep you feeling full for longer but may contribute to constipation or stomach discomfort if your fluid intake is inadequate.
Nutritional Facts (Portion Shown)
- Calories: 460
- Protein: 43 g
- Fibre: 15 g
Why I Like This Breakfast
This meal checks almost every box that I’m looking for during marathon training and for overall health and weight control:
- High in protein to support recovery and muscle maintenance
- High in fibre to improve satiety and digestive health
- Low in calories relative to its volume
- Quick to prepare (less than 3 minutes)
- Tastes great
- Keeps me full until lunch, and sometimes even dinner!
Simple meals are often the easiest to stay consistent with, and consistency is what ultimately produces results.
Enjoy!