I frequently tell my clients to think of their body as a machine when it comes to what they put into it. The point behind this is that instead of putting sugar, processed food, empty carbohydrates, unhealthy fat, etc. into their bodies, they should be fueling themselves with whole foods and options that will help them perform optimally.
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When you fuel your machine with unhealthy food, you suffer the consequences: low energy, increased body fat, higher stress levels, poor sleeping habits, etc. However, if you fuel your machine with lean protein, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, fruits and other food to fuel your body, you reap the benefits:
- increased sense of well-being
- increased energy,
- looking better (lower body-fat),
- mental clarity
- better sleep at night
Our ancestors did not have the convenience (or curse) of being able to grab a hamburger at a fast-food joint -- they had to work for their food. Instead of running to the nearest fast-food establishment, they were running to chase down a buffalo or they were out gathering to sustain themselves. This constant cycle of having to hunt or find their next meal was a way of staying active and in shape.
I am not saying that you can’t indulge once in a while, but when indulgence becomes an everyday habit, a problem arises. These habits make less room for foods to fuel your body.
The next time you go to eat a doughnut or a fast-food burger, think about how that food item is going to make you feel and whether it is going to help your body perform at its best. Learn to evaluate your options when grabbing something to go, there are always healthy options out there.
-Justin Johnson, Owner- SLV Sports & Wellness
SLV Sports & Wellness is the Valley’s only full-service 24-hour Athletic Club. The club is locally owned by husband and wife team Justin & Brittany Johnson. They are passionate about health and wellness and strive to create an atmosphere where everyone can better themselves. Justin & Brittany are outdoor enthusiasts who love all that the SLV has to offer in the way of outdoor recreation!