A common misconception among beginners in fitness is that you can workout and then eat whatever you want. Although we wish it could be that simple, this unfortunately is far from the truth. Your diet actually surpasses fitness in importance by a landslide at a 75 to 25 ratio. As many say, “Your body is made in the kitchen”! You can’t out-exercise a bad diet, and that is why you should also focus on nutrition! The traditional rule regarding calories simply means that for every kilogram of body weight, you will need to eat 30 calories. For example, if you are 132 pounds (60 kg), you need (30 X 60 =) 1800 calories per-day to maintain your weight. This rule of thumb follows the standard “calories in, calories out” method. Now this does not mean that you can't enjoy foods you love, but make sure your diet is mainly focused around health-centered items, with the occasional indulgence. Here at Excel Body Fitness in Cary/Morrisville, you receive a nutrition booklet with your Gold membership which walks you through your first 30 days with us. The booklet includes recipes, grocery lists, and other facts to make a healthy diet a little easier to attain. Our Certified Personal Trainers are either certified in nutrition and offer nutrition services or they have a vast knowledge on the topic and offer suggestions. Our Gym is the best gym in the Cary and Morrisville area because it offers a comprehensive look at what your body needs to be successful and achieve your goal. From getting your blood sugar and blood pressure in check to building lean muscle mass, whatever your goal is we are equipped to help you reach it! Give us a call at 919-677-8585 to schedule an appointment for a free assessment with one of our certified personal trainers or to try a few of our classes for free!
