Being physically fit is not easy. I believe the public lacks fitness mainly due to these factors:
1. They don't know how.
2. They don't make time.
3. They don't care.
4. They can't afford it.
5. They won't make the effort.
In my opinion, overall physical fitness is 80% nutrition and that's where the work starts. Since good nutrition is primarily made up of non processed, fresh foods, it means more shopping and preparation. Take the average American's lifestyle which is made up of working to many hours and being spread to thin, good nutrition goes out the window. If you have a family, you must get everybody on the same page, especially the shopper. Healthy choices must be available at all times in the house and I strongly urge you to pack a cooler EVERYDAY for work. I haven't missed a day in nine months. You simply must have the option to eat healthy snacks at work and on the run. It's also a metabolism and energy booster. I normally pack two snacks a day. Raw nuts, banana, oranges, etc..
The truth of the matter is that nutrition is getting thrown under the rug for a task that is much less important. What can you eliminate from your life or move down the ladder to make time for your better health? What about your families better health? It's easier to get home late and order a pizza than cook a quality meal. Most don't want to change, I get it.
The fact is that we ALL have 24 hours in a day. It comes down to time management. We are all capable of having a few real principals in our life. Health should be near the top of the list. It's not the easy way out but what that's worthwhile and lasting in life is?
Kelli's out of town on her bacholerette party so I had to fend for myself tonight. That meant a trip to the store, cutting up veggies, grilling steak, cleanup, etc.
Salad:
Spinach
2 different onions
2 different peppers
Radishes
Cucumber
Tomatoes
4 oz filet
Balsamic Vinegar/Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Salt/Pepper
I made enough to have one for lunch tomorrow. It was pretty damn good.
Look at all those phytonutrients and vitamins!