Eat Your Protein!
If the transition back into a routine is feeling overwhelming, then here is our piece of advice:
EAT YOUR PROTEIN!
Here is why:
•Protein does not affect blood sugar so you will not have a drastic hormonal reaction to protein (insulin spike).
•Protein has a higher thermic effect than any other macro- You burn MORE calories eating protein because your body has to work harder to break it down.
•Protein assists in satiety...you will stay fuller longer IF you eat your protein.
•Protein is a rebuilder of ALL structures in your body and IF you don't consume enough, your body will actually break down the muscle you do have in order to rebuild and power important systems/structures in your body like your BRAIN if you don't ingest enough protein from outside sources.
•It allows you to consume the correct amount of calories in a day without filling your day with carbs and fats.
One of the biggest challenges we see with our coaching clients is inadequate protein intake, but when protein gets dialed in, it can have the most significant difference on achieving their goals! We encourage you to track your daily intake in @macrosfirst and see where your protein totals end for the day!
If you are constantly high in carbs and low in protein MAKE A CHANGE! Don't just allow yourself to continue to be under in your protein and over in your carbs and/or fat. Change something. Add something. Remove something. Don't just continue down the same path as yesterday and expect a different outcome!
Need some ideas? Start by increasing the serving of protein that you are already eating. Add liquid egg whites to oats, smoothies, or to bulk up your morning omelette or scramble. Greek yogurt, jerky, deli meat, quality protein powder, veggies, seeds, nuts, powdered peanut butter, and protein bars are a just a few ways to boost your protein.
