Eat to Win

December 12, 2010

I hear all the time, “what do you eat?” “Are you starving all the time when you’redieting?” This cracks me up when I say,” no I eat 5 to 6 times a day”. The look on their face is priceless. Yes, I eat to win, said best by In Motion Meals. The key factor is healthy foods along with goods habits will help you reach your goal. You cannot eat ice cream 5 times per day to be a leaner and healthier.

Okay, nest question usually to follow, Well, what do up eat? Knowing how to pair your foods is so important and I could go on and on with a list of foods however it my job to know and slowly teach you. Certain foods will work for you and others will not. Everyone is different.

Next major key point, EAT BREAKFAST! This and all other meals should have a balance of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates and some fats every 2.5 -3hours. Do not let your body go more than 4 hours without food as you may slow downyour metabolism… Fact, eating more frequently will increase your metabolic rate toburn calories all day long. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, before and after meals to curb your appetite. You want to flush out any toxins and excess fat in your body. You can use supplements like fat burners and other products to aid in the fat lose process but be sure to go to a place that carries a variety of products and an educated staff. Not all supplements are created equal. Needless to say, NutritionZone is the only place you need to go.

I’m a big believer in blood type diets to a certain extent, I find most of the food that work with you is food you already enjoy. If you do not like tuna, do not force yourself to eat it. You will never stay consistent if you are dreading what you have to eat and it probably not easily detestable for you, so what’s the point. There are tons of foods you can eat other than tuna from a can. Gezzz the sodium contest is more than I would want to put into my body anyway, I may lose weight but I look like a bloated mess. Tuna from a can don’t work for me nor does chicken and quick oats. My pointis, eat healthy foods you like you.

Okay so there are going to be days that you might have an uncontrollable erg to eat something bad -bad meaning yummy. No biggie, it happens, don’t give up – just get right back on your eating plan 2.5-3 hours later. Your physique won’t be greatly affected. Chances are, your body was telling you something and you needed it. I even have my competitors have a cheat meal once or twice a week. Think of it this way, you’re training hard and are on your game, one cheat meal a week isn’t going to counter balance all that hard work. It will keep you sane. For most, you may feel guilty and you’ll push harder in the gym the next day.Some Tips for Fat Loss:

• Steamed, baked, broiled or roast or foods
• Eliminate any rich, thick sauces, salad dressings and soups.
• Eliminate large amounts of butter and bread.
• Eat smaller portions- more often- never stuff yourself.
• Share dessert- do not eat the whole thing by yourself and limit to once a week.
• Learn to just have a taste- if it is a food you cannot resist, stay away from it all together.
• Have a low carb, low fat protein shake before you go out to dinner- this way you’re not gawking at the other patrons plates. -That’s not a good look for anyone.
• Drink water before and after your meals.