The rules of nutrition

Every health magazine I see claims to have an easy way to lose weight or the secret to weight loss without breaking a sweat. Today I want to touch on the difference between"fat loss" and weight loss. Anyone can lose weight, just stop eating and you will see the effects on the scale. But what happens when you start eating again because you can't stay on a 1200 calorie diet? All that weight comes back.

This article below gives great advice on fat loss and how you can shed your fat without slowing your metabolism or losing the muscle you have worked hard to build. Most importantly, this weight loss is sustainable. Don't feel you have to do everything the article suggests, most of us aren't training to be bodybuilders. Use what will challenge you while fitting your lifestyle, most of the tips are simple and can be implemented in your everyday life.

The rules of nutrition

Carbs...the good and the bad

I first want to apologize for not having my posts up as regular as I normally do. My Internet has been down and I have been struggling with that but we should be good. I just wanted to clear that up before I went on.

Now that is taken care of we can get on to the reason for this post, CARBS. Carbs have been made out to be the enemy for the last several years, but the truth is they are a necessity. We can not live without carbs, they are our main energy source. So what are you supposed to do? Eat carbs, take them totally out of your diet?

How about a combination of both. Eat the good carbs and try and stay away from the bad carbs. Basically complex carbs (vegetables, whole grain breads and pastas) are the carbs you should be eating. They take longer to digest, fill you up faster and normally have vitamins and minerals. Simple carbs (any candy, soda, fruit) are the carbs you should watch out for. Limit the amount you have per day and try to stick with your fruits and dairy when in taking simple carbs.

There are a lot of views on this whole carb thing but like anything else moderation is key. The only way you are going to lose weight is to eat fewer calories than you burn. If you would like any more diet advice feel free to give me a call.

Who wants some workout tips?

One thing I have noticed about being a trainer is that everyone feels the need to talk to me about fitness no matter what the occasion. It has become a daunting task trying to keep up with all of the fitness news so I can sound like I am educated and know what I am talking about.

With that said most people are just looking for some simple tips that they can implement in their own lives. Whether it be eating tips, lifting tips or just lifestyle tips people love something that is easy and they can do.

Shape has a great list of tips that will make a difference and covers a lot of areas. If you want more tips feel free to call or email me and I will do my best to help you out.

Tips for a healthy life