"Mirror Your Activity"

Typically most Americans fall into the following eating cycle:

• ·      We wake up and leave for work, eating little to no breakfast.
• ·      We get through the morning by drinking an energy drink, coffee or other caffeinated beverage.
• ·      By lunch your are starving and cram in a big lunch in under 20 minutes usually from a fast food facility.
• ·      3pm comes and we start to crash, so we crab another caffeinated drink and a maybe a sugary snack.
• ·      6-7pm comes and dinner becomes the largest meal
• ·      We go to sleep shortly after 

This routine increases weight gain, reduces metabolism and is a culprit of low energy throughout the day.  Using the “Mirror Your Activity” approach will help eliminate these conditions.

Really, if Americans were to simply flip this approach, they would improve their health. But lets add to that. The “Mirror Your Activity” approach simply means you eat when your activity level is higher and less as movement decreases.

Metabolism is highest in the morning because we are up and active, so make breakfast (not dinner) your largest meal.  Additionally, our carbohydrate tolerance is at its peak in the early hours of the day. Eating a larger portion of carbohydrate in the morning boosts metabolism and is a good time for grains and starches.

As the day continues, we want to reduce both the portions of our meal and carbohydrate intake. Additionally a substantial lean protein source should be integrated into all 3 major meals.

Try the following guide to help boost metabolism, increase energy levels and burn body fat:

Breakfast –

Eat a large meal high in carbohydrates with a large protein source and healthy fat. This can be upwards of 40-50% of your daily calorie intake!

Snack –

Consisting of a fibrous carbohydrate (fruit/veggie) and dairy/protein (yogurt/cheese/nuts)

Lunch –

Eat a moderate size meal with a large protein source and moderate carbohydrate and fat. Lean more towards your vegetables and smaller portions of starches.

Snack –

Consisting of a fibrous carbohydrate (fruit/veggie) and dairy/protein (yogurt/cheese/nuts)

Dinner –

Eat your smallest meal that is limited in carbohydrates and fats. Shoot for a lean protein and a fist-sized vegetable.

Take what you are currently doing, flip it, and add a few healthy snacks. Fuel your body with fibrous carbs, lean proteins and healthy fats. Eat smart and often and you’ll hit any goal!

Eat Elite.