5 Tough (but necessary) things you need to hear on your Health Journey

“Some people spend their entire lives waiting for the time to be right to make an improvement." - James Clear (Best selling author of Atomic Habits)

5 Tough but necessary things you might need to hear on your Nutrition/Health Journey: 

1. You might not be moving as much as you think. Your super intense15 min CrossFit workout doesn’t mean you can be sedentary the rest of the day. Track your steps, most successful clients lift weights 3-5x per week, walk everyday with some form of cardio 2-4x per week. 

2. In my opinion you need to get outside and walk every single day. No, an inside treadmill is not an equal substitute. Is it better than nothing - yes. But there is something about doing things you don’t want to do that makes you tougher, builds discipline, not to mention the physical and mental health benefits of being OUTSIDE away from screens, work, stress, etc. 

3. If you are not being honest when weighing and tracking your food there is no point in tracking it. It’s a pain in the but habit, no one likes doing it but what you learn while doing it is invaluable and if you are eating mostly simple whole foods that information won’t change much. This lesson will last you a lifetime if you are dedicated to learning now. 

4. Be OK with doing the boring stuff, over and over again. There are no magic pills, just relentless consistency to the same positive habits that keep you feeling good. You know you have “arrived” when you don’t need motivation to do “the things” anymore you just do them. I don't always feel motivated to pay bills or do taxes but I do them because I don’t want the consequences. Plus, I know I won’t regret taking care of those tasks. 

5. And lastly you can probably eat more vegetables. Lol Mostly people are like I did eat veggies, and I’m usually like - we need more vegetables. Like 800 grams a day. I recommend a minimum of 100 grams per meal up to 400 grams per meal. If this is a lot for you, gradually increase. If you have a lot of gas & bloating pick plants from a Low FODMAP list attached. These foods will decrease gas & bloating. 
   

I say these with care, honesty and the desire to help you achieve the health goals you keep thinking about. Change is inherently uncomfortable but I would argue staying the same when you seek something else is more frustrating. If that is you I hope these above points help. If you aren't sure where or why things aren't progressing for you, please reach out today. 

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-Ali