5 steps to get back into shape

Posted: April 28th, 2010 | Author: | Filed under: Uncategorized | Tags: , , | 2 Comments »

1. Have a source of lean protein with every meal

Your body is like a car, it needs fuel to run, and that fuel comes in the form calories. There 3 sources that your body breaks down and uses as “fuel”: proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.

Of those three sources, protein takes the most energy to break down and turn into fuel, which boosts your metabolism. Having a source of lean protein with each meal will help you burn more calories in the run of a day. It will also help you repair muscle that you have broken down during exercise.

Examples:

  • Fish – contain omega-3 fatty acids which also boost your metabolism.
  • Lean Dairy – 1% cottage cheese, Low fat Greek yogurt
  • Lean Meats – chicken, turkey, lean beef are all high in protein and low in saturated fats. Read the rest of this entry »

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