U.S. Multi-Sport: Nutrition

Can You Lose Weight through Exercise Alone?

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:49:05 GMT

It's an interesting question and one that draws a lot of debate…

Theoretically, if you kept your current nutrition exactly the same, and then added in a new exercise program that burned 500 calories per day (7 days per week) you should be able to lose 1 pound by the end of the week.

However, adding in an exercise routine that burns 3,500 calories per week can be a little too aggressive for beginners and may lead to long term demotivation and burn out. It’s also more of a "Band-Aid" approach to losing weight because the real culprit for your weight gain may be more nutritionally based than activity related.

What I strongly recommend is combining a well-balanced approach to weight loss through a realistic exercise program, healthy eating, and a reduced stress lifestyle. Over the next few posts I will guide you to integrating sound exercise routines to create a complete weight reduction program.

Protein loading

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:50:03 GMT

Now is the time to protein load for recovery. In the beginning of the year this will assist in your muscles recovering faster and giving you more energy.

Meal Ticket

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:31:15 GMT

Is your plan 6 small meals a day? Why should I do that?

Smashing the records

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:23:07 GMT

Michael Phelps can put down the carbs! 14,000 a day! Unreal!
Now I don't feel so bad about my nutrition plan, Congratulations Michael you are the BEST!

Hydration Station

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:12:52 GMT

Water is always good to douse a GU and plain water continues to replenish. Electrolytes are a must also, do you mix it up? A simple solution for not cramping.

Eat, Drink and be Merry!

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:41:16 GMT

When doing events, if you do these two efforts, you can easily be Merry. Once you avoid the first two it can become dreary!

Reelin in the Years

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 16:46:18 GMT

I can remember when recovery time was quick Now that I am older, it really sucks! Protein helps but what is the real concochan for ultimate recovery?

Protein

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:22:35 GMT

Protein after workouts is essential. What are your favorite protein products?

Beer is not a bad thing

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 17:22:08 GMT

Being in this sport poses a number of questions. Including having a beer after a race or after a workout. I do like a post race beer myself for rewarding myself for my effort. Gam Bai!

Caffeine

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 11:50:07 GMT

WOW!
Is this a good topic! most of us like our caffeine be it in the morning or night. Does caffeine give you the boost you need for your workouts?