It has come to my attention that some of you don’t eat breakfast.

I know, I can’t believe it either.

Experts will tell you breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I will tell you that every meal you eat is the most important meal of the day. But this isn’t a lecture about every meal of the day this is a lecture about breakfast.

After going 6 to 8 or even 10 hours without food your body needs to break the fast and refuel so it can function efficiently. Not only that, eating a REAL breakfast will keep you from eating that tin of stale caramel popcorn leftover from the holidays when you start to bonk mid-morning.

I start most days with a serving of protein and carbs.

What’s that you say? You don’t have time for breakfast?

Yes you do.

Here are a few fast and healthy breakfast ideas in case you’re not thinking clearly because you skipped breakfast:

• 2 hard boiled eggs and a piece of Ezekiel toast
• Protein shake with berries
• Greek yogurt with fruit or granola
• Oatmeal with protein powder
• Whole grain cereal with almond milk
• Egg Beaters microwaved with a handful of veggies and some fruit

If you’re not a fan of traditional breakfast foods just eat something you’d normally eat for lunch or dinner like chicken, veggies, and whole wheat tortilla, you get the idea. Bottom line: Start the day right with a healthy meal–your body, your employer, and your workout will thank you.

Make the time. You’re worth it.

Now I really must go get off my soap box and go EAT BREAKFAST!