I'm a personal trainer who's been shopping at Trader Joe's for over 10 years. Here are 9 items I always buy.

Canned beans and cheese sticks are some of my favorite things to buy at Trader Joe's.

Ashley Martens

As a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, I try my best to prioritize protein-heavy and nutritious items while food shopping.That's why I love shopping at Trader Joe's. Since I started visiting the grocery chain in 2015, I've built up a solid list of mindful pantry staples, meats, and frozen items that make quick and easy meals.Here are some of the many items that always make it into my cart.

I like Trader Joe's peanut butter, which is made with one simple ingredient.

Trader Joe's peanut butter is tasty and budget-friendly.