Nutrition
A Foundation for Fitness
Nutritional Importance
Your food choices greatly impact your health and growth. Proper nutrition combined with physical activity is an important part of leading a healthy lifestyle, and can help you to achieve your ideal body. Proper and nutrition leads to a multitude of benefits including reduced risk of chronic diseases, happier lifestyle, and improved overall health. Click below to learn more about proper nutrition and its benefits.
Counting Macros
Counting macronutrients ensures a balanced intake of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, while also meeting the calorie intake you desire. Balancing your diet with proper ratios of macronutrient intake may make you feel better, promote muscular growth, and improve overall health. Click below to learn more about a variety of macro compositions and counting.
Experiment!
Every single person is unique and what works great for one person may not be right for you. Make sure to do plenty of research, experiment with your diet and fitness to see what works best for you. Make sure to consult a physician, nutritionist and personal trainer to ensure a healthy approach to nutrition and fitness. A great resource for tracking nutrition and fitness is Under Armour's MyFitnessPal app. Click below to try self tracking.
Nutrient Timing
For more advanced training, nutrient timing helps improve performance, health, body composition, and recovery. The basics of nutrient timing
1. Carbs are better consumed during and after exercise
2. Fats should be consumed far before or after exercise
3. Proteins are ideal to consume throughout the day for consistent energy and improved muscle recover
Click below to learn more about the science and importance of nutrient timing with your exercise.
