Nutrition: Megan’s Menu

Nutrition-How Important is it?: Greg Glassman, Founder of Crossfit, states that “Anyone who wants the benefits and the results of Crossfit must understand–and then act on the information that nutrition is the foundation for all the other work you do in the name of athletic development and elite health.” It is the base of Crossfit.

Megan’s Menu is a great nutrition blog that can get you started on improving your nutrition today. CFWS’s own Megan Wiebe has created a 30 day Nutrition Challenge that explains in very easy steps how to start eating healthier now. Check it out!

The following are some of the concepts Crossfit uses for improved nutrition:

The Zone

The zone is a balanced diet of 30% protein, 40% carbohydrates, and 30% fat. Not only does the zone help you lose weight, but it also increases your athletic potential and overall health. To get started check out Dr.Barry Sears website. We also recommend Crossfit Journal issue #21 as a great way to get the basic ideas behind this program. This journal offers a block chart guide, block chart sheet, and a ton of recipes. If you want to get one of his books we recommend “Mastering the Zone.” This book goes into greater scientific detail and is a great assistant in additional implementation of the Zone, figuring out your protein prescription as well as daily meal plans and recipes.

The Paleo

The paleo diet is all about improving the quality of food in your diet. It is based on what people ate in the Paleolithic era, before the agricultural revolution. Basically, it includes meat and fish, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds. These foods are all unrefined, full of nutrients and have been around for thousands of years. The paleo diet eliminates food that is processed and irritating to the body-grains, dairy products, and sugar, and it also helps regulate blood sugar levels. By switching from a conventional diet to paleo you will be reducing your carbohydrate intake and increasing protein and (good) fat.

For more information:
Paleo diet basics-The Paleo Diet website
Introduction to the Paleolithic diet-by Dr. Ben Balzer, family physician
The Paleo Diet (book)-Loren Cordain

Restaurants and Blogs we recommend:

Chutney Villa: If you want to try the best Indian Food in town, you have to check out Chutney Villa. Chindi offers southern Indian Cuisine and can Paleo any plate in her restaurant!

Jade’s Nutriton Blog: Jade holds seminars for us at CFWS. His seminars go deep into how to eat and live a better quality life. His metabolic typing to tracking stress and sleep patterns has made a huge difference in all our clients lives.

Dawne’s Recipe Blog: Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Dawne takes eating healthy to a whole new level with all her great meals and desserts. Check out her blog it will blow your mind!