Trainers Cardinal Sin
October 11, 2011
So here’s the deal, I am all for a healthy diet. I think our bodies work better when we put good nutrition in it. The thing is though, we don’t always have time to grill an organic chicken breast and prepare all natural green beans from our garden out back.
See for me this is one of the things that stands in most people’s progress in losing fat. There are lots of different methods for eating for weight loss. The bottom line though, is that the only diet that really works is one that you can live with and stick to. For years I have taught a lot of these methods and many of them do work (if you stick to them). So today I am going to go ahead and commit a “trainer” cardinal sin.
Here it goes…
If fast food is your only option, it’s still OK. You just have to make better choices.
See, after studying this over the last few years, dieting for weight loss comes down to these 3 things:
1. Calories in vs. calories out is the number one ingredient (which means they have to be counted).
2. Meal frequency isn’t that important (although you should still eat at least 3 times a day).
3. Avoiding simple processed carbohydrates in the evening will speed up fat loss.
Now just to be sure, I have tried myself to follow these rules and have noticed no difference in my physique as to when I only ate a 100% “nutritious” diet.
Basically, if you want to have fruity pebbles for breakfast with your protein shake, go ahead. But you have to count those calories. What I’m saying is you can still eat tasty food and lose weight.
So my advice is that no matter your diet plan, you should get at least one gram of protein for every 1lb of body weight. But your overall calories have to fall within your caloric restrictions.
Don’t get me wrong, a bowl of oatmeal better for you than fruity pebbles, of course it is. You have less preservatives and more nutrients and fiber, but my point is that if you eat good, healthy food 80% of the time and tasty “junk” foods 20% of the time you will still get results. Better yet, your results will probably be better since you will actually stick with it.
So if on occasion you want to have Orange Leaf for dinner, then go ahead and do it. You just have to count the calories and make sure they fit into your daily allowance. This in Combination with a rigorous exercise routine is what you need to realize your fitness and fat loss goals. If you would like more information on my training programs and you are interested in saving 50% on your training then please contact me or Kristin (My awesome assistant by calling 405-265-3445 or emailing us at fitwerks@aol.com, we can schedule for a free training session and consultation.
Chad
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Don’t take me off your list. I do read them, one of these days, I may be back!! janet