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Sainsbury's Training Day Weekly Endurance Athlete Plan — 2,500 kcal
A 7-day UK meal plan summary for saving as a PDF or printing, including every meal, daily calories, protein totals and the weekly shopping list.
Supermarket: Sainsbury'sCalories: ~2500 kcal/dayBudget: £40–55Diet: All diets
7-day meal plan
Monday
2500 kcal - 199g protein
Breakfast: Egg White Omelette with Peppers (366 kcal, 48g protein)
Lunch: Red Lentil and Vegetable Soup with Wholemeal Roll (637 kcal, 29g protein)
Dinner: Chicken Fajita Bowl with Brown Rice (844 kcal, 76g protein)
Snack: Mini Protein Overnight Oats (366 kcal, 35g protein)
Snack: Peanut Butter with Celery Sticks (287 kcal, 11g protein)
Tuesday
2500 kcal - 235g protein
Breakfast: Egg White Omelette with Peppers (386 kcal, 50g protein)
Cook the eggs in a non-stick pan over medium heat, stirring or folding gently.
Serve with the listed bread, vegetables, or toppings.
Lunch637 kcal · 29g protein · 15 min
Red Lentil and Vegetable Soup with Wholemeal Roll
Made with red lentils, carrot, onion. Ready in 15 min — 637 kcal, 29g protein.
Recipe
Prep the listed ingredients: Red lentils 160g, Carrot 2, Onion 2, Celery 3 stalks, Wholemeal roll 2, Vegetable stock 800ml.
Cook the protein and firmer vegetables in a pan for 5-8 minutes.
Add sauces, tins, stock, or pulses from the ingredient list and simmer until hot and thickened.
Dinner844 kcal · 76g protein · 20 min
Chicken Fajita Bowl with Brown Rice
Made with chicken breast, mixed peppers, onion. Ready in 20 min — 844 kcal, 76g protein.
Recipe
Wash and chop the salad or vegetable ingredients: Chicken breast 320g, Mixed peppers 320g, Onion 2, Fajita spice 3.25 tsp, Brown rice 125g dry, Low-fat Greek yogurt 50g.
Cook or warm any protein or grains listed, then let them cool slightly.
Combine everything in a bowl, season, and pack dressing separately if meal prepping.
Snack366 kcal · 35g protein · 5 min
Mini Protein Overnight Oats
Made with rolled oats, skyr, semi-skimmed milk. Ready in 5 min — 366 kcal, 35g protein.
Recipe
Add Rolled oats 65g, Skyr 160g, Semi-skimmed milk 160ml, Banana 3/4 to a lidded container.
Stir well, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Stir again before eating and add a splash of milk if it is too thick.
Snack287 kcal · 11g protein · 3 min
Peanut Butter with Celery Sticks
Made with peanut butter, celery sticks. Ready in 3 min — 287 kcal, 11g protein.
Recipe
Lay out the ingredients: Peanut butter 3.25 tbsp, Celery sticks 6.
Drain, slice, or portion anything that needs preparing.
Assemble in a bowl or container, season, and eat cold or microwave until hot if preferred.
Weekly Shopping List
Estimated cost: £40–55/week for one person from Sainsbury's.
Protein
Egg whites 10
Red lentils 160g
Chicken breast 320g
Cod fillet 300g
Firm tofu 340g
Lean beef jerky 65g
Turkey breast slices 135g
Salmon fillet 300g
Eggs 3
King prawns 270g
Turkey mince lean 350g
Lean beef strips 240g
Silken tofu 225g
Tinned tuna in spring water 120g
Carbs & Grains
Wholemeal roll 2
Brown rice 125g dry
Rolled oats 65g
Brown rice 140g cooked
Wholemeal bread 3 slices
Wholemeal flour 65g
Soba noodles 120g dry
White potatoes 370g
Vegetables
Mixed peppers 160g
Onion 3/4
Carrot 2
Onion 2
Celery 3 stalks
Celery sticks 6
Sweet potato 340g
Broccoli 340g
Spring onion 3
Cucumber slices 7
Tinned tomatoes 675g
Red onion half
Frozen edamame beans 270g
Romaine lettuce leaves 7
Edamame beans 150g
Dairy & Eggs
Low-fat Greek yogurt 50g
Skyr 160g
Semi-skimmed milk 160ml
Peanut butter 3.25 tbsp
Light cream cheese 50g
Oat milk 135ml
Extras & Condiments
Olive oil spray
Mixed herbs 1.5 tsp
Vegetable stock 800ml
Fajita spice 3.25 tsp
Banana 3/4
Olive oil 1.75 tsp
Paprika 1.75 tsp
Lemon 2
Teriyaki sauce 65g
Sesame seeds 1.75 tsp
Cannellini beans tinned 340g
Garlic 5 cloves
Basil
Dill 1.75 tsp
Whey protein powder 50g
Mango 1
Mixed leaves 140g
Lime juice
Chilli flakes pinch
Coriander fresh
Sea salt pinch
Banana 1
Reduced-sugar baked beans 350g
Light mayo 25g
Lemon juice
Frozen berries 80g
Frozen stir-fry veg 200g
Soy sauce 2.75 tbsp
Sesame oil 1.25 tsp
Miso paste 1.25 tbsp
Pak choi 200g
Honey 1.25 tsp
Smoked haddock fillet 270g
Reduced-fat cheddar 45g
Parsley fresh
Rye crackers 6
Containers for this meal prep plan
Batch cooking this week? Compare meal prep boxes, tubs and glass containers before you portion the shopping list into lunches and dinners.
Replace fresh salmon with tinned mackerel or sardines in brine (saves ~£2–3/week)
Switch to own-brand products across the board
Use frozen chicken breast instead of fresh (saves ~£1.50/week, same protein)
Swap fresh berries for frozen mixed berries (same nutrients, fraction of the cost)
Buy pulses (lentils, chickpeas, black beans) dried and cook in bulk
💪 Increase protein
Add a scoop of unflavoured whey or plant protein to porridge or smoothies
Replace rice or pasta with extra protein (an additional chicken breast or 2 boiled eggs)
Use Skyr or Quark instead of standard yogurt (roughly 2× the protein)
Add a hard-boiled egg as an afternoon snack on rest days
Swap rice cakes or crackers for a protein bar (aim for 20g+ protein, under 200 kcal)
🥦 Make it vegetarian
Replace chicken with Quorn fillets or diced firm tofu
Swap beef mince for tinned green lentils or plant-based mince
Use halloumi or feta instead of meat in lunch salads
Substitute eggs or cottage cheese for fish-based meals
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does this endurance & running plan cost per week?
This plan is designed for Sainsbury's and typically costs £40–55 per week for one person, depending on what you already have at home. Buying in bulk, choosing own-brand items, and batch cooking can reduce the cost further.
How much protein does this plan provide per day?
Protein is balanced across the week. Most days provide 100–130g, which meets general UK dietary guidelines for active adults.
Can I swap meals I don't like?
Yes. Use the AI edit button on any meal to swap it out. Common requests include swapping chicken for turkey, replacing salmon with tinned tuna, or making a day vegetarian. The shopping list updates automatically.
Can I print this endurance & running meal plan or save it as a PDF?
Yes. Use the export / print PDF button on the plan page. The printable version summarises the full 7-day meal plan and includes the weekly shopping list.
Is this plan suitable for meal prep?
Most recipes in this plan scale well and reheat easily. Soups, stews, and grain dishes are ideal for making in larger batches to save time midweek.
Is this plan suitable for beginners?
Yes. The meals use widely available ingredients and straightforward cooking methods. No specialist equipment or culinary experience is needed.
