Choc Goji Protein Ball
Woweee I am so excited to announce the latest and greatest diet trend that everyone loves and is seeing fantastic results! Wait for it, wait for it …. no its not like the Atkins, Skinny Me Tea, Paleo, Lemon Detox, Weight Watchers or another diet on the market today. This so called diet is for overall health and wellbeing! Ok I am going to scrap the word ‘diet’, man i hate that word for many reasons but the main being that people perceive a diet to be where they either starve themselves or limit themselves to only specific foods and for it to be a temporary quick fix! I think this is mad!
The best way to ‘loose weight’, ‘tone up’ or ‘gain muscle’ is all about having a healthy balance. And this does not mean balancing up an apple for lunch with a pizza for dinner. I am talking about hitting the 3 macro food groups 3 times a day and having 2 snacks in-between. IE eating around 5 – 6 meals a day! Yay for no starvation!
There is a ton more information for you to gather on what works for you and how you can really achieve those goals. Below are some very simple rules for you to follow, as well as foods to avoid and foods you can love! If you would like some more advice or a little deeper insight into how to create a healthy balanced lifestyle then email me at kelissabrockett@hotmail.com.
5 Rules to get you started …
- Drink lots of water! Easier said then done as most people believe they drink more then they actually do!
- Ditch the processed foods. I’m talking about anything in your fridge, freezer or cupboard that has an expiry date further then 1 month away.
- Eat right for your goals. If your goal is to ‘loose weight’ then simply cut your calories by 10% of your recommended daily intake however if you dream of being the next Arnie you should be adjusting your intake and macro ratios accordingly!
- Space meals out throughout the day. I recommend eating every 2 1/2 – 3 hours apart, this will ensure your sugar levels do not drop too dramatically and you do not over eat at the next meal and it will keep you energised and satisfied throughout the day!
- Make sure your getting the right amount of micronutrients into your body; if not add taking vitamins, minerals and fish oils into your morning routine!
Foods to AVOID …
- Alcohol
- Sugary drinks; soft drinks, bottles juices, cordial …
- Sugar
- Table Salt
- Fatty Processed Meats; bacon, packaged ham, salami, sausages…
- Refined flour products; rice, pasta, bread
- Processed foods
- Dairy (This is choice, listen to your body, if you can handle little amounts of dairy enjoy it, if you feel sluggish, irritable or you often get stomach problems cut it out and see how you feel after 2 weeks)
Superfood Smoothie
Foods to LOVE
- All vegetables – raw and steamed.
- Seasonal Fruits – organic whenever possible.
- Fats – Avocado, nuts, flaxseed oil, extra virgin olive oil, macadamia oil, fish oils…
- Grains & Legumes – quinoa, brown rice, millet, oats
- Nuts & Seeds – walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, chia, psylillium husks…
- Protein – Fresh fish, lean meats, tofu & lentils (split peas, chickpeas and beans)
- Dairy substitutes – Almond, hazelnut, rice milk or lactose free (be aware of sugar content)
- Herbs & Spices
- Water – 2-3L Per Day!
- Tea – Herbal teas (no milk or sugar)
- Juice/smoothie – Fresh only!
Kelissa Brockett 
Reblogged this on eventingdownunder and commented:
This is applicable for riders too. We so often worry about our horses that our own health and wellbeing takes a back seat. Now that it is the off season, I am focussing on my own health and fitness as well as that of Bo and GK. Can’t wait to see the results!!