Life is busy. I understand. But in all your running—classes, work, errands, kids, etc—you need sufficient energy to keep you going. Here are some tips to help you understand a balanced diet from fitness and nutrition coach, Matt Hackney of MOV Fitness.
What are carbs, proteins, and fats?
Carbs are usually considered as Fruits, Vegetables, and Grains.
This means that—
Pasta
Potatoes
Bread
Juice
Cereal
Rice
Candy
Lemonade
Yogurt
Tofu
—are all carbs and ultimately turn into sugars in your body. Carbs are good for boosting energy, but they often leave you unsatisfied and hungry again.
Protein is anything that walks, swims, or flies. Period. Other foods (beans, whole grains, dairy) contain simple proteins, but incorporating complex proteins in your diet is essential. Protein gives a more steady stream of energy, lasting several hours.
Fat can be good or very bad. The fat content in your fast food is bad, very bad. The extra virgin olive oil you use to cook your omelet is good. Fat found in nuts: almonds, peanuts, walnuts, etc. is very good. Fat gives the body energy that lasts the longest—a little energy for a long time.
So the trick to having energy all day is to encompass all three groups in every meal or snack: carbs, protein, and good fat. Some examples include:
• Apple slices with peanut butter
• Oatmeal and Scrambles Eggs
• Turkey sandwich: whole grain bread, tomato, lettuce, cheese, turkey, avocado
• Tuna salad
• Burrito: wheat flour tortilla, chicken, cheese, guacamole, chives
Get the idea? A healthy, balanced diet promises better metabolism and energy. So go get ‘em.
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