CARB FREE NUTRITION

By Frank Wall. Copyright 2010. All Rights Reserved.


People want to lose weight. Studies show you can lose weight on a program that significantly reduces carbs. Sometimes you lose even more than conventional healthy eating. But losing muscle and water weight is not much to brag about. Certain diets make your body drop weight if you are physically unable to get out of bed. These diets were not created for people who want to eat as much healthy food as they would like. They were not made for people who do not want to worry they are going to get hungry. It is not about losing weight and never has been. It is a common misconception. It is about burning fat and building lean muscle.

Here is a sample case study: Melissa* and Megan* both lost weight but using different methods. Melissa lost 35 pounds and now weighs 125 lbs at 5’7. She lost 22 pounds of fat and 13 pounds of lean muscle. Melissa did not lift weights or perform bodyweight exercises. She mostly jogged and burned muscle for energy due to the duration of her jogs. Melissa has a soft complexion without muscle definition. Her midsection is not as defined and she lacks strength in her upper body.

On the other hand, Megan lost 15 pounds and now weighs 125 lbs at 5’7. She lost 30 pounds of fat but gained 15 pounds of lean muscle. Megan performed bodyweight exercises and cardio at high intensities for shorter durations through out the week. Megan has a six-pack, a balanced body and can model for magazines! This sample illustrates that your training style determines how you look and your strength level.

Extreme Carb-Free diets are said to work for a short period of time, probably at maximum, 6 months. Your body basically says, “I Quit!”. You lose energy and motivation to stay on the strict plan. When you drop the weight fast, you generally gain it all back because you have not changed your eating habits. People following these programs gain an average of 1/3 of the weight back.

Some nutritional programs recommend you have lots of fats and proteins but cut out the carbs. These diets work on a process known as ketosis. Stored body fat and protein are being burned for energy. H carbohydrate foods produce a lot of insulin. Excess food intake turns to body fat. The theory is lower carbohydrates = less insulin. The body will burn other sources for energy. This results in you first losing water weight. Next you lose the carbohydrates in your muscles. And eventually, you lose muscle. Thus, the significant weight lose takes place. The diet is high in cholesterol and total fat. It is now in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, which have proven health benefits.

It is very important to lead a healthy active lifestyle. You should not skip breakfast, exercise regularly, prepare fresh foods and meals and refrain from indulging in omega large portions. Put this knowledge to practice and it can save you from hurting yourself in the future. Whether you are 12 years old or 45 years old, you have come across my path for a reason. God let our paths cross. I transformed my life and I can help you transform yours.

*Melissa and Megan are fictional characters with made up numbers, but the calculations are generally correct.


FRANK WALL – FITNESS COACH / LIFESTYLE MOTIVATOR
FrankWallFitness@gmail.com
FrankWallFitness 2010