Focusing on nutrition - one simple step to start making changes today.

While exercise is a key component to looking and feeling your best, most people do not realize the power of practicing good nutrition habits. Similar to staying dedicated to an exercise routine, practicing proper nutrition is about inner strength, control and motivation. Eating clean, healthy foods in appropriate portions is often overlooked as an opportunity to gain control over your health and your life. I will go into more detail about nutrition in the future, but for now here is one simple tip to help you start improving the way you eat, today.

Think of food as fuel. From breakfast through dinner (or dessert in some cases), think of your body as the vehicle that takes you through life. You do not want to over fuel it because that will make it slow, weighed down and inefficient. You do not want to under fuel it because that makes it weak. Think about your meals in relation to the activities you are doing throughout the day. If you are planning an intense workout that day, you will need a little more food during your preparation and recovery. If the majority of your day is spent sitting, you will not need as many calories as you do on active days. Your body is a very intelligent machine that tells you when it needs food, and how much it needs. The key is to listen to and follow those cues.

When you are practicing good nutrition you are respecting your body, which will give you a sense of wellness and inner strength. The combination of regular exercise and healthful eating will fine tune your body, making it more efficient so that you can live your life the way you truly want to.