… I pretty frequently ate pulled pork or ribs with sugar-sweetened BBQ sauce in January and February of this year. As I started to read Nerd Fitness and other sites and gain some experience, I came to realize that healthier foods (especially leaner proteins) would help me feel more full because I could eat more of them, and they’d also help increase the rate of fat loss.
“What I didn’t realize until it started happening for me was how much eating healthier would help with fitness performance. Once I saw my lifting numbers increase and my running times decrease rapidly with better nutrition, I was hooked.”
Overall, Ben learned a great deal and was generous to share so he can help others:
- Prepare as much of my food as is possible at home.
- Fat isn’t to be feared, especially when it comes from healthy sources such as nuts, eggs, seeds, and avocados.
- Carbs should be viewed as sources of fiber and fuel for workouts.
- Look to minimize sodium, saturated fats, and added sugars.
- Lean protein is the awesome in every way!