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Muscle-building meal plan: homemade protein bars, Tuscan chicken, teriyaki salmon and more

It's second week of the July challenge. Let's put those muscles to work!
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How are you finding your inner athlete this week? We are one week closer to the Paris Olympic games, and the excitement is picking up steam. This week, focus on eating like an athlete!

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