A June 2011 NYT article reported, "the body burns roughly the same amount of fat regardless of whether (or not) you eat before a workout. But you’re likely to lose muscle by exercising in a depleted state, the report found, and without fuel to aid the workout, exercise intensity and overall calorie burn will be reduced."
This question came in in the past week from another site for which I contribute Strength Training commentary, VitalHealthZone. Given that the writer and I share the same age, I thought it was purposeful to share my response, given perhaps the differences in our perspectives on managing peri-menopause and the required work, nutrition and support of a body over 40+
In the last week I have reminded a couple of people to "get your vitamins" as a result of them saying how "tired I feel." Of course fresh fruit and vegetables are the best source of nutrient-rich vitamins. So here is another way to get the same....with a wonderful twist.
Juice, Vitamins and a Choline Cocktail. Choline Cocktail? Yeah I know. It doesn't particularly sound like something you want to have at a party. I will say this though, if you drink it for 5-7 days before a party, you will probably enjoy yourself a whole lot more than if you didn't.
I have begun reading a book, by Dr. Eric Braverman, entitled, "Younger (thinner) You Diet;" It is about how understanding your brain chemistry can help you lose weight, reverse aging and fight disease. I figured if reading the book could help me (and my client/friends) do just two of the three...
Ok, so you made the commitment to yourself to lose 20, 25 or 30 pounds. Congratulations! You have started moving forward already by taking that first step of establishing a goal. With that in hand, these five, tried and tested, rules of the road will help you keep your promise to yourself.
