The Skinny Guy's Guide To Nutrition
By Vince DelMonte
HealthLife.com Contributor
Updated: June 23, 2008
Principle #9: Plan Ahead
This principle could easily be number one because oftentimes
it is not a shortage of information that creates a roadblock but our lack of CONSISTENCY
and CREATIVITY. I bet if you did not change anything about what you are currently
eating but ensured food was there when it was time to eat, you would experience
a growth surge.
I strongly agree with the famous cliché that states,
'Failing to plan is planning to fail.' It is so true. You must have
a plan that will ensure you have the food prepared and cooked in the right selection
and amounts every time you eat. This might require you to spend a few hours on Sunday
evening cooking and storing all your food in Tupperware containers. This might mean
waking up half an hour early so that you can cook all your meals for the day. This
might require you to carry a lunch bag wherever you go.
This might mean packing a few shaker bottles if you know you will be on the road
most of the day. Bottom line - be prepared.
Principle #10: Eat Whole Foods 60% Of The Time and Liquid Meals 40% Of The Time
I often have my clients use as few supplements as possible
for the first few months of training. You will be amazed at the results achieved
by simply putting all your efforts into following your meal plan, proper training
and sleep. It's a very eye-opening experience when they see almost immediate
changes in body composition, health and energy levels.
Your food intake should come from high quality food at least
60 % of the time, which means at least 4 of the 6 meals you are eating.
This will ensure more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and
fiber that supplements and pills lack. Whole food is loaded with digestive enzymes
as well that help the absorption of food instead of eating too much 'ground
up' food in the form of powder. Power shakes will make your life much easier
and will remove some of the inconveniences of having to cook and prepare food all
day. Aim to use these at least 2 out of your 4 real meals a day and never more than
three power shakes unless your life is extremely hectic and unmanageable.
Conclusion
Dedicate the next 12 weeks to putting these muscle building
nutrition principles into action. Building muscle is really quite simple and exciting
because you get to indulge in large quantities of food, try new recipes and become
a master chef since you'll be spending more time in the kitchen. Taking these principles
and applying them consistently over time and making them a part of your lifestyle
is the secret.
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