If I were Bill Gates rich I would probably purchase a Rolls Royce Phantom. If your not familiar with that car do a quick google search and check it out because to me it's about the most luxurious car you can purchase. And it should be considering a price tag of $380,000. Now when you own a luxury vehicle most people probably use a premium gasoline to fuel it right? So why not fuel your body with premium fuel as well?
Your body is very much like that expensive car in that when you don't give it premium fuel it doesn't run as well. The best premium foods you can feed your body are lean protein sources, healthy unprocessed grains, and healthy fats. By using these foods as fuel sources your body will run efficiently and be more likely to ward off disease and sickness. Not only does healthy food strengthen your immune system it will help you perform better in the gym. If you have 2 athletes with similar skills and abilities I guarantee you can make one athlete superior by feeding him a healthy diet so why not do that for yourself. A few tips on food and nutrition to help you along in your fitness journey!
1) Calories Do Matter- It's not the only part of the equation but you must be calorie conscious when trying to lose weight.
2) Stay On The Perimeter at the Grocery- The perimeter of any grocery store is where you should spend the majority of your money. Think about it all the fresh produce, meat, and dairy is kept on the perimeter. The unhealthy processed foods are in the aisles.
3) Don't Go To The Grocery Hungry- This is a gimme but everyone needs a reminder sometimes. Going to the grocery hungry usually results in bad food decisions.
4) Think High Volume, Low Calories- Vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower take up a lot of space for the amount of calories they provide. 1 cup of cooked broccoli is ~20 calories while another healthy choice is brown rice weighing in at ~200 for the same amount. Both great choices but a big difference in calories.
Posts
