Train Like an Athlete: Seafood for Peak Performance

You don’t need to be an Olympic athlete to eat like one. As we watch the winter sports get underway in Milan, remember that high-performance nutrition isn’t just for speedskating champions or snowboarding legends. It’s for anyone who wants to feel strong, recover well, and sustain energy throughout the day. The easiest way to do that is by reaching for seafood: Fish delivers serious protein and packs nutrients that fuel a healthy lifestyle whether you’re working on gains at the gym, training for a marathon, or just sprinting through a Tuesday.

Packet In, Power Up

Enter our tuna and salmon packets, our gold medalists in protein, flavor, and simplicity (you don’t even have to open a can!). Each packet has 11–17 grams of protein per serving, which is comparable to red meat or chicken but comes with added benefits: Omega-3 fatty acids support muscle recovery, while key nutrients like B12 help support energy metabolism. Unlike heavier proteins, seafood won’t leave you feeling sluggish before or after a workout.

Protein That Actually Satisfies

Whether you’re actively training or managing your nutrition with GLP-1 medications, protein and satiety matter more than ever. Seafood hits both marks beautifully. The protein keeps you full and supports muscle maintenance, while healthy fats and essential vitamins like B12 provide energy fuel. This matters especially if your appetite is reduced or you’re focused on maximizing your nutrition from smaller portions. Every bite needs to count, and seafood packets deliver concentrated nutrients without excess calories or fillers.

Your Pre- and Post-Workout Support

Seafood can be both the fuel for your gym sessions and the snack that helps you bounce back afterwards. Before you work out, try a light tuna or salmon wrap with vegetables: you’re targeting to get enough protein to sustain your session without weighing you down. Post-workout, reach for a quick salmon packet to replenish your body and support muscle repair. Throughout the day, keep packets on hand for quick protein hits that maintain energy and satiety.

Easy Seafood Swaps

Just sub out whatever protein you usually use and keep everything else you love.

Instead of grilled chicken on your salad

Swap in our Lemon Garlic Tuna Packet for a tangy Mediterranean vibe, or make an Asian-inspired dish with our Thai chili-infused Sweet & Spicy Tuna Packet. Same satisfying, lower-carb lunch, but with heart-healthy omega-3s.

Instead of ground beef in tacos

Use our Maple Smokehouse Salmon Packet for a robust, smoke-kissed flavor that works beautifully in Southwestern and Mexican-inspired dishes. Gold star for you if you swap sour cream for Greek yogurt, too.

Instead of chicken in your grain bowl

Talk about a heated rivalry: Cayenne-kicked Frank’s RedHot® Tuna Packet and citrusy Chili Lime Tuna Packet are our two boldest flavors—and both strong contenders for enlivening a hearty grain bowl.

Instead of deli meat in your wrap

Sub in our Everything Bagel Seasoning Salmon for a flavor that takes its inspiration from bagels and lox but won’t leave you yearning for a nap at the 3 PM slump.

The Pescatarian Advantage

You don’t need to commit to a full pescatarian lifestyle to benefit from eating more seafood, and the best nutrition plan is the one you’ll follow. Even swapping in seafood packets a couple times a week can bring noticeable changes: better recovery, sustained energy, and fullness that doesn’t come with an afternoon crash. 

Because our packets are shelf-stable and ready to eat in multiple flavors, there’s also no thawing, no cooking, and no excuses. Toss one in your gym bag, keep a few in your desk drawer, and stock your pantry for nights when dinner from scratch feels like too much of a chore. 
Mix it up to keep meals interesting: OLD BAY® Tuna on Monday, Lemon Pepper Salmon on Wednesday, Dill Tuna Salad on Friday, and so on. Your body will tell you what’s working, and chances are, you’ll find yourself reaching for fish more often than you expected.