Where being strong is a lifestyle
When I look at what and when my clients eat, I frequently notice a trend of low-protein breakfasts and snacks spaced inconsistently throughout the day. While it’s true that most Americans get more than the daily recommended allowance (which is too low according to some experts), using lean protein in your clean-eating diet to lose weight and gain muscle is smart – and numerous studies back this up. Protein for Fat Loss When it comes to losing body fat, it’s {Read More…}
I decided to try green smoothies after realizing I wasn’t getting nearly enough vegetables in my clean-eating diet – particularly dark leafy greens. I could see in my calorie tracker that I was woefully low on vitamin K, and it was time to face up to the fact that I was a fruit addict who didn’t eat many salads! But why not eat loads of vegetables - dark leafy greens are an elixir of health. They’re full of vitamins (particularly folate, which promotes heart {Read More…}
Ever have a moment when your mouth dropped open involuntarily as you process incoming data? Sometimes it’s that moment when you know you must take action, whether it’s outside your comfort zone or not. My third-grader goes to a good school with teachers who really care. But good schools can have policies that are behind the times, especially when it comes to what we’re teaching kids about nutrition. If you’ve ever been uncomfortable with the candy/food policy in your child’s {Read More…}
Spring is upon us! It’s exciting to consider the fitness goals you could accomplish in the 12 or so weeks until summer. Just think: in 12 weeks you could: – Lose 10 to 12 pounds (or 3 percent body fat) – Gain muscle definition in your arms, legs, chest, or butt The secret is to have a fitness plan, so take a look at how you can spend the next 12 weeks accomplishing these goals. Your 12-Week Plan Can you {Read More…}
If you follow a clean-eating lifestyle you may feel conflicted about using protein powder, as I do. After all, protein powder is a commercially processed product that can contain artificial sweeteners (aspartame, sucralose), colors, and flavors, along with long lists of other chemical additives. Many protein products contain soy lecithin extract (an emulsifier) that is almost always genetically modified. Even “natural” brands often contain soy lecithin in addition to being refined (lacking nutrients). And the sheer expense of these powders, particularly {Read More…}
You might be surprised how useful calorie tracking software can be for goals other than weight loss. Check out these reasons to use MyFitnessPal (my personal favorite) or another tool such as Lose It!. 1. You Want to Build Muscle As a small-boned person who has to work extra hard to put on muscle, I’m interested in whether I’m eating enough. I track my food intake once every five or six months for one week (that’s as long as my {Read More…}
