While many folks have begun to decrease the volume of sugary sodas they intake, there seems to be an increase in the sales of sports and energy drinks, some of which possess significant amounts of sugar. Drinking plain, cool water if you are exercising for 90 minutes or less, is perfectly acceptable in terms of hydration. Rigorous exercise exceeding 90 minutes, may require electrolyte replacement. However, read the labels carefully to avoid excessive sugar content.
No. 3— Avoid vilifying macronutrients. Often clients will state that they avoid consuming carbohydrates to which we reply that complex carbohydrates are one of our primary three macronutrients (i.e., fats, carbohydrates, proteins) and one of the six essential nutrients (i.e., fats, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, vitamins and water). These nutrients, once digested, provide the human body with the energy we require to function. Carbohydrates and fats are utilized as fuel sources and the primary function of protein is for growth and repair.
Concentrate on food portions. Measure a portion, enjoy that portion and then get on with your day. Good rules of thumb are the size of your fist or a deck of cards represents a serving of protein, such as chicken or fish. The size of a golf ball represents a serving of nuts.
