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13 Paleo Pork Dinner Recipes

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So many times I find myself getting stuck in a rut when it comes to protein – we will switch back and forth between chicken and beef and that’s it. There are so many delicious meats out there that can be part of your weekly meals – one of my favorites that I tend to forget about is pork!

Here are 13 of our favorite Paleo pork recipes.

1. Carnitas Soup

Whether you are a fan of Mexican food, a fan of soup, or a fan of both this pork recipe is bound to be a hit. So full of flavor! Find the recipe here.

2. Paleo Spicy Enchiladas

The combination of Chorizo and sweet potatoes is amazing in this recipe – so delicious and super easy to make. Find the recipe here.

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3. Bacon Covered Kalua Pork Recipe

You heard me right. Does anyone turn down the idea of “bacon covered”? This is one of our favorite pork recipes to cook up – juicy pork, crisp bacon. Yum. Find the recipe here.

4. Herb Marinated Grilled Pork Chops

I love a good pork chop and you can find countless pork chop recipes out there, I love the simplicity of this one and how tender the chops turn out! Find the recipe here.

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5. Boneless Pork Short Rib Breakfast Tacos

I love ribs and I love tacos. I never thought to combine the two until this recipe. Add in some bacon to garnish the top and you have a delicious meal. Find the recipe here.

6. Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry-Raspberry Sauce

Usually not a fan of mixing something so sweet with my meat this combination really works and is a great mix up from your regular dinner recipes. Find the recipe here.

7. Paleo Breaded Pork Chops with Creamy Mustard Sauce

This has officially landed on our “go-to” meal list. The breading is delicious and the mustard sauce on top is the perfect addition. So. Good. Find the recipe here.

8. Peachy Pork-A-Bobs

I love a good skewer. I also love the peaches and pork combo of this recipe. So simple and so good. Find the recipe here.

9. Paleo Roasted Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

Just one look at this recipe made me fall in love. Packed with so many yummy spices and ingredients this is full of flavor and looks so fancy too! Find the recipe here.

10. Paleo Pork Stir Fry

This is a meal that is bound to be a hit for the whole family and the best part? It’s filled with delicious and healthy veggies! Win! Find the recipe here.

11. Pork Carnitas

There is nothing quite like Carnitas to make you feel like you’ve hit the Mexican jackpot. This recipe is super easy to put together and so full of flavor. Find the recipe here.

12. Crockpot Honey Pork and Apples

I love the combination of apples and pork and the hint of honey to this is even better! Find the recipe here.

13. The Best Pulled Pork in a Crock Pot

Nothing can beat a simple pulled pork recipe. I’ve tried my fair share from the unhealthy to the healthy and this is by far my favorite – plus the fact that it’s in a crock pot always is a bonus in my book. Find the recipe here.

How to Get Started on Paleo

by PrimalHub

Changing the way you eat can seem a bit daunting and to many is no simple task. I remember how long my husband and I talked about wanting to eat healthier before we finally took our first steps in the right direction.

Since then we have had many people ask us how we got started on our Paleo lifestyle. Let me tell you – it wasn’t a quick one day deal. It was a step by step process that took quite some time until we finally found ourselves eating the way we had always talked about.

Here are some of the steps we took to help us get started on Paleo

Clean Out The Kitchen. This is probably the most important step on getting started. Let’s face it – if there is unhealthy foods in your house then they will get eaten. While it can seem a bit daunting throwing out (or donating) staples that have been in your home for ages it can also be empowering. If you are hesitant with this step do it in stages, clear off one shelf of unhealthy foods or only eliminate the grains first. Whatever you need to do to get that unhealthy food out of there, do it.
Informed Shopping. Anytime someone has asked me how to eat healthier this is my main point of advice I give. Don’t go shopping without a reason. Have meals planned, lists made, and most importantly know what you are buying. Look at ingredient lists – you’d be surprised how many products have extra ingredients (like sugar) that aren’t needed. Be picky about the products you buy and when you can try and avoid the center isles and stick to meats and produce as much as possible.
Write Down Your Goals. Just saying that you “want to eat healthy” usually isn’t enough. Write down your goals. Set your rules. While you may not be perfect, having a set of goals and knowing what you want to get out of your new lifestyle will help you stay on track or get back on track if you mess up.
Start Slow. Don’t expect to be a pro Paleo eater in one night. It just wont happen. Try doing things in stages – start with dinners or breakfast and get those down packed for awhile before adding in another meal.
Learn to Cook. You just can’t eat Paleo without knowing how to cook (unless you have the money finding someone to cook for you!). Experiment. Tweak recipes. Create your own recipes. Learning to cook will help you love cooking which will help keep you on track.
Stay Organized. This would be the last piece of advice I’d give – if you find a recipe you love, make sure to keep it!

Just know that it is a process not a quick deal. Take your time. Feel out what works for you and what doesn’t. If you still feel like you need some more tips take a look at some of the following articles.

How to Get Started on the Paleo Diet
Beginners Guide to the Paleo Diet
Getting Started on Paleo

Awesome Recovery Day Activities

by PrimalHub

We’ve discussed the importance of rest and recovery days before. So now that we understand that these days are needed for our health and for our added athletic ability, the question remains… what do we do on these days? Well luckily there is actually quite a bit you can do for your rest and recovery days.

So. What Do You Do?

Here is a small list of some great recovery ideas to get you started.

Walking. Everyone can walk – that’s what makes this a active rest and recovery activity. Get outside, stretch those legs, and feel better.
Hiking. If walking isn’t enough for you then up the anty a bit and try a small hike. This can burn some good calories as well as work out any sore muscles you might have.
Swimming. If you are looking for something low impact, low stress, but that will still help get your heart rate up a bit then swimming is the activity for you.
Yoga. Focusing on breathing, stretching, and quieting your mind is a great way you can spend your rest and recovery days.
Foam Rolling. Also known as self-myofascial release. Foam rolling can be a great way to keep your range of motion up and release some stress and stiffness in your muscles.
Skill Work. Rest and recovery days are great for when you want to focus more on a skill set then actually getting your heart rate up. Whether it’s working on a particular lift at a very light weight, shooting free throws, or working on your head stand.
Napping. Yes you heard me right. Sleep is a great way to rest and recovery… if you are feeling low on sleep, take this day off to get a little extra in guilt free.
Stretching. Whether a static stretch exercise, or dynamic stretching – moving and stretching your muscles will help get your prepped for your next workout day.

Just remember – you want to remain active but want to make sure to be taking everything at a lesser intensity than your normal workout days. It’s important to remember that this is a rest and recovery – we are just wanting to get the most out of these days by moving our body. So don’t think your rest and recovery day has to be boring or just involves you sitting watching television all day – go out and do something that will help your body be ready for your next workout day.

For more information on rest and recovery activities take a look at these articles:

Rest Days: What Exactly Do You Do

How to Properly Rest from Your Workout

7 Active Recovery Day Activities

10 On-the-Go Paleo Lunches

by PrimalHub

Lunches seem to be one of those meals that gets neglected quite often, especially for those that have a busy schedule. Whether you are at the office or out and about running errands, lunches on the go tend to be unhealthy – but they don’t have to be! Here is our list of some great on the go paleo lunches for those busy hectic days.

1. Prosciutto-Wrapped Mini Frittata Muffins.

Whoever said that eggs could only be served at breakfast was wrong! These little guys are amazing and perfect to grab when you are on the go. Find the recipe here.

2. Super Simple Paleo Buffalo Chicken.

It doesn’t get much easier then this – and whether you decide to put this delicious concoction in an avocado or some lettuce, you are bound to have a delicious and simple on the go lunch. Find the recipe here.

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3. Paleo Lunch Box Guacamole Burger.

Leftovers are a great way to put your lunch together – this lunch box idea is a great lunch that will fill your belly while you are out and about! Find the recipe here.

4. Avocado Chicken Salad.

Avocados are a great way to add some healthy fats to your lunches – this avocado chicken salad is so easy to throw together you wont have an excuse to not have a healthy lunch. Find the recipe here.

5. Chipotle Lettuce Wraps.

These wraps will make you never miss sandwich bread again. So delicious and a snap to put together. The perfect on the go lunch! Find the recipe here.

6. Mason Jar Layered Lunches.

These are the perfect way to get a healthy lunch on the go! And not only is there one great recipe for you – but four! Find the recipe here.

7. Paleo Avocado Tuna Salad.

Tuna salad is a great lunch… but most times not so healthy. Not the case with this delicious Paleo avocado tuna salad! Find the recipe here.

8. Easy Cauliflower Salad.

A delicious and easy salad to put together and perfectly Paleo! Plus – talk about a great way to get in a load of veggies! Find the recipe here.

9. Easy Paleo Lunch Box Idea.

I love putting a lunch box together – keeping it Paleo can be hard… unless you have some great ideas to fall back on! This is a great lunch box idea for your or your kids! Find the recipe here.

10. Vegetable Beef Taco Wedge Salad.

For the taco lovers out there this is a great way to keep your meal easy to put together and still healthy and Paleo! So delicious. Find the recipe here.

How to Fix Upper Back and Neck Pain with a Foam Roller (VIDEO)

by PrimalHub

Foam rolling is getting a lot more attention these days – and there are great reasons why this is happening! Foam rolling is one of the most effective tools for recovery and injury prevention. If you happen to be new to foam rolling then you’ll love this article explaining the benefits of foam rolling.

Whether you are new or not to foam rolling there are many different techniques and tips to foam rolling. And whether you are new or not to foam rolling you probably have suffered from back or neck point at some point or another. This video by PaleoFX gives two different ways you may not have thought to foam roll that can help fix upper back and neck pain.

15 Eggless Paleo Breakfast Ideas

by PrimalHub

We all know that Breakfast is a very important meal of the day… most say the most important! Unfortunately it can also be the most difficult meal of the day. Most of us are busy, strained for time, tired, etc in the morning so it can be easy to skip breakfast or go for something unhealthy. It doesn’t help that while on a Paleo diet imagination can become a problem with breakfast ideas. One can only eat eggs so many times, right?

That is why we love this list of different Paleo breakfast ideas… all of which do not have a single egg in the ingredient list.

1. Potato-Free Breakfast Potatoes

One of my favorite things in the morning is potatoes… obviously that doesn’t work so well while eating Paleo. Well if you are like me and craving some potatoes for breakfast you’ll love this easy potato-free breakfast potato recipe! Find the recipe here.