eat more

Hello everyone,

Today’s topic should come as a sigh of relief…

As it turns out, most people think that they should eat less when they want to lose weight.

The truth is, very often people should be eating more, not less.

Think about it, when you begin an exercise program for the first time in awhile and you restrict calories at the same time, you are basically sending a mixed signal to your body and asking it to shut down. Imagine a marathon runner finishing a race and refusing food. You’d think them crazy, right?

Well, I think you’re crazy to diet.

You’re basically doing the same thing. A new exercise program coupled with starvation is no less stressful for your body than a marathon is for a marathon athlete. At least they are used to this type of stress/demand placed on their bodies.

You, on the other hand, may be introducing physical activity stress to your body for the first time in years. (or ramping up your program for the first time in years)

It’s important you eat more in the beginning, especially, b/c your body needs the help. Then, once a bit more accustomed to an exercise program, you can cut a few calories back.

Right now,
more calories = more muscles
&
more muscles = higher metabolism

Plain and simple, do not deprive your body of nutrients when you want to lose weight.
Instead, fuel your body with the right nutrients and keep your fire burning.