Applied Nutrition for the Newcomer
By Razique M.
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About this ebook
So you’ve decided to take control of your diet in order to lose weight or put on muscle. Congratulation on taking this first step towards better fitness. Although making this decision is an important part of your fitness journey, your journey had just begun. At this point, you may be left with several questions, such as:
* Where do I start?
* Do I have to play sports?
* Do I have to run in order to lose weight?
* Do I have to track my calories?
* What are calories anyway?
As with any project, beginning your fitness project requires discipline, organization and patience. When it comes to your health, your physical fitness, your athletic performance, and anything else to do with your body, you need to learn to take your time and understand how your body works, as well as how it acts for and against diets and training routines.
Why do I call fitness a « project » ? Because becoming more conscious about good dietary choices (learning what kinds of food to consume in moderation ; which foods will benefit your performance ; which foods will help you build muscle, etc...), educating your family about nutrition, and developing a proper routine is a real project. Nutrition is a fascinating science, one that is both very complex and very precise. Add in athletic performance and you end up with a huge literature which includes years of research and thousands of studies on athletic and applied nutrition. Where is one to even begin ?
Razique M.
Fit for Life is a community, where passion drives us to guide people to be fit, and to take their own responsibilities. We show you how to unlock your real potential, and how to achieve your dreams.
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Applied Nutrition for the Newcomer - Razique M.
APPLIED NUTRITION FOR THE NEWCOMER
A Fit for Life publication - 2015
FitforLife.fr/en
Acknowledgements
To my growing number of readers; the ones who follow my work and push me to push me to be the best teacher possible, the ones who have sought advice, and the ones I have been able to guide and help.
Applied Nutrition for the Newcomer
Fit for Life - Razique M.
Published by Razique M. at Smashwords
Copyright 2015 Fit for Life
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Thank you for buying this ebook. This ebook remains the copyrighted property of the author and may not be reproduced, copied or distributed for commercial or non-commercial purposes. If you enjoyed this book, please encourage your friends to download their own copy at Smashwords.com, where they can also discover other works by this author. Thank you for your support.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Food: What Does it Do?
Food: A Simple Definition
Food and Its Utilization by the Body
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Lipids
Micronutrients
Why Is It Hard to Lose Weight?
First of All… What Exactly Is Weight Loss?
Weight Loss, Fat Loss
Results: I Want Them Now!
Measuring
Observing
So…When?
Build Muscle
Gaining More Muscle
Becoming Leaner
Becoming Stronger
Boost Your Endurance
What Is Endurance Training?
How Can I Improve My Endurance?
Endurance Training and Weight Loss
Diet and Psychology
Diet: Eternal Equilibrium
Diet: Balance and Unbalance
Food and the Brain
Food, Weight Gain, and Fears
A Habit-Based System
Habits: A Simple Definition
The Importance of Habits
Set Up a Framework for Your Habits
Habits: Patience and Persistence
Can I Lose Habits?
Dietary Control: The Key to Success
Food for Thought
How Do I Become Flexible?
Food Choices
Learning, Educating Yourself, Educating Others
Afterword
References
Introduction
So you’ve decided to take control of your diet in order to lose weight or put on muscle. Congratulation on taking this first step towards better fitness. Although making this decision is an important part of your fitness journey, your journey had just begun. At this point, you may be left with several questions, such as:
Where do I start?
Do I have to play sports?
Do I have to run in order to lose weight?
Do I have to track my calories?
What are calories anyway?
As with any project, beginning your fitness project requires discipline, organization and patience. When it comes to your health, your physical fitness, your athletic performance, and anything else to do with your body, you need to learn to take your time and understand how your body works, as well as how it acts for and against diets and training routines.
Why do I call fitness a « project » ? Because becoming more conscious about good dietary choices (learning what kinds of food to consume in moderation ; which foods will benefit your performance ; which foods will help you build muscle, etc…), educating your family about nutrition, and developing a proper routine is a real project. Nutrition is a fascinating science, one that is both very complex and very precise. Add in athletic performance and you end up with a huge literature which includes years of research and thousands of studies on athletic and applied nutrition. Where is one to even begin ?
How to Plan This Project?
Here are some key points to think about when planning your fitness project :
Having a long-term vision (for instance, managing your weight for 5, 10, 15 years)
Learn to identify the necessary information (and ignore the unnecessary information)
Set small goals (for example : update your kitchen, drink more water)
Set big goals (for example : create a solid routine you’ll stick to on a weekly basis)
Be patient (weight loss is not a linear process)
Stay motivated
And most importantly, believe in yourself.
Through consistency and proper commitment, results will come. By seeing your fitness as a project, you'll become more analytical and a better observer; you'll become less emotional and will able to think more clearly so you can make the best decisions. For example, say you're currently in your third week of weight loss, but your mom’s birthday is coming up in a few days - what do you do?
This book will provide you with all the information you need to turn applied nutrition into your best ally for reaching your goals and achieving your potential.
Food: What Does It Do?