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Three weeks ago I decided to train for a triathlon (the normal-folk kind…ironmans are for crazy people) even though running and I are mortal enemies and I have exercise induced asthma. But a friend of mine did one on a whim last year (Okay, maybe not so much a whim. He trained for three months and then flew to Miami to participate), and it inspired me.

I have completely realistic expectations (My times can only get better, right?). And my goal is this: Just Finish It.

But here’s the problem…I’m famished. All the time. And my 2-hours-a-day training sessions have just gone up an hour. I know all the how, what and when of the eating game but really, I’d rather have my eyelashes pulled out than spend 2 hours a day in the kitchen – because that’s how long it takes to prepare my nutrient-rich-six-mini-meals. Also, protein is expensive.

Any ideas for appropriate eats?