May 22, 2025

Cindy

Complete as many rounds as possible in 20 minutes of:

5 strict pull-ups from seated

10 push-ups

15 squats to a medball target

Post rounds to comments.

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Philly Cheesesteak Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients

For the Filling

• 1 lb (450g) ribeye steak, thinly sliced (or use ground beef for budget-friendly option)

• 2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil

• 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 8 oz (225g) mushrooms, sliced (optional, for classic Philly style)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded (or use cheese whiz for authentic flavor)

For the Wraps

• 8 large lettuce leaves (romaine, butter lettuce, or iceberg work well)

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)

• Sliced jalapeños or hot peppers (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Lettuce:

   • Wash and pat dry the lettuce leaves. Set aside on a plate.

2. Cook the Filling:

   • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add thinly sliced steak, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove steak to a plate.

   • In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp oil. Add onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms (if using). Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and Italian seasoning, and cook for 1 more minute.

3. Combine and Add Cheese:

   • Return steak to the skillet. Stir to combine with vegetables. Reduce heat to low, sprinkle provolone cheese over the mixture, and cover for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.

4. Assemble the Wraps:

   • Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each lettuce leaf (if using). Spoon 2-3 tbsp of the cheesesteak mixture into the center of each leaf.

   • Top with jalapeños or hot peppers (if using) for extra kick.

5. Serve:

   • Serve immediately, wrapping the lettuce around the filling like a taco. Pair with a side of keto-friendly pickles or pork rinds for crunch.

   
   

Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)

• Calories: 420 kcal

• Fat: 32g

• Protein: 28g

• Net Carbs: 4g

• Fiber: 2g

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Is eating healthy expensive?

Here’s a comparison of food prices I did a long time ago between:

(A) McDonald's

(B) Grocery Store High Carb/processed food

(C) Zone meal plan (healthy)

(A) Here’s the cost of 3 meals/day @ McDonald’s

Big Mac meal = $5.69

3 meals per day @ $5.69 = $17.07

7 days per week = $119.49

Annual cost of eating McDonald’s Big Mac meals = $6,213.48 (edited) 

(B) This is the food price for “typical” high carb not accounting for ideal macros.

(From stats Canada and Walmart websites)

For one large male:

Breakfast = 2-3 cups cereal + 1.5 cups milk

Lunch = 1 muffin (grocery store) + 1 large Tim Hortons coffee

Dinner = 1/2 Delissio pizzaCornflakes - 675g/$6.38

Milk - 4L/$6.00

Muffin - 6 muffins/$5.50

Coffee - $2.00

Pizza - $5.87

Price per day:

Cereal = $1.28

Milk = $0.54

Muffin = $0.92

Coffee = $2.00

Pizza = $2.94

Total cost per year = $2,803.20 

(A) Cheap Zone Meal Plan

1kg ground beef = 24 blocks @ $12.50

2 dozen eggs = 24 blocks @ $7.74454g butter = 227 blocks @ $5.50

500g peanut butter = 166 blocks @ $2.894.5kg potatoes = 66 blocks @ $10.33

1kg bananas = 22 blocks @ $1.64

(Prices from statcan.gc.ca)

Caloric needs of average large male undergoing regular physical activity = 140 blocks per week

Protein = $45.15-72.90/week

Fat = $2.43-3.39/week

Carbs = $10.44-21.91/week

Total cost per week = $58.02-98.20

Total cost of food per year is $3,017.04 - $5,106.4

**Basic standard of living in Canada is $18,000 per year

    ⁃    multiple sources say 10-15% of salary on food for family

    ⁃    This equals $1,800 - $2,700 (edited)