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I’m writing about something important to me and crucial to our performance and results. Nope, not the intensity or volume of your workouts (though those definitely matter and if you know me and my love for fast burpees you might have guessed that). The real magic happens when your diet is dialed in. Without it, can we really get where we want to go? The honest answer is NO.
As I’ve entered my lovely 40s, I’ve realized how much harder it is to stay consistent or make real changes. The balance I want doesn’t come from workouts alone, I’ve had to adjust my diet right alongside my training. I’m a creature of habit, and once I find what works, I stick with it.
Here’s the truth: if you’re grinding in the gym for an hour, yet not making the right choices the other 23, you’re short-changing yourself. The changes you need might be simpler than you think.
Recently, I attended a CrossFit Level 1 certification. If you’re an OG like me you’ve probably heard of, or even tried the Paleo diet. It’s not as trendy these days, but the course taught me something we all know.
Nutrition is the foundation of fitness. Your progress in every other area WILL BE LIMITED IF YOUR DIET IS INADEQUATE
Once more for the people in the back
…Will be limited if your diet is inadequate.
In CrossFit, Paleo is a way of eating that mimics our Paleolithic ancestors: whole, unprocessed foods like lean meats, fish, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, some fruit. No grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugars, or processed foods.
Crossfit RX, Pair that with consistent training and you will see weight loss, improved strength and faster performances in & out of the gym, lowered inflammation and better overall health.
Younger athletes may chase diet for aesthetics, nothing wrong with this but as we age, health becomes just as important as physique. Staying in that fit/well category isn’t possible without nutrition dialed in.
Now, I’m not a nutritionist. But I do work hard to fuel myself with foods that keep me looking and feeling strong because I want to live a long life and look good doing it.
If you’re ready to start, don’t overwhelm yourself.
You’ve got this. Show up for yourself in the kitchen and the other 23 hours the same way you do in the gym, and you’ll see the difference in both body and mind.
And remember,you’re not alone. Our amazing community is here to support you every step of the way.
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