Exercise Questions - How Do I Fit a Diet Regimen Into My Schedule?

Exercise Question:
I have a very busy schedule being in school and at work and it tends to take up free time. I try to fit in exercise when I can but I would like a good diet regimen to help my weight loss? Could you advise me on any good diet regimen I could use?

Exercise Answer:
The best diet plan is one that incorporates these factors into the overall program:

• Clean, Healthy Food
  
• Consistency
  
• Smart Choices
  
• Discipline
  
• Motivation

In terms of the clean foods you should focus on including lean protein sources (chicken breast, turkey breast, egg whites) and lean fibrous carbs coming mostly from non-starchy vegetables (broccoli, mushrooms, yellow squash, green peppers, etc.) Try and limit all starchy carbs from your diet and limit fruit after 6pm, since it contains lots of simple sugars which will effect your insulin levels and hinder your weight loss.

Since it sounds like you're very busy throughout the day, you may benefit from a good protein bar. These are extremely convenient and provide the high quality protein your muscles need to repair and grow. Look for a bar that has at least 30 grams of protein and less than 5 grams of sugar. If you get sick of eating protein bars, then switch it up a little and actually stop off at a fast food restaurant. Yes, I did say fast food! However, make sure to control those urges for quarter pounders and fries. Nowadays, the majority of fast food chains are adding healthy items to their menus. The foods you should look for when eating at a fast food chain are:

Chicken Breast Salads
Ask for balsamic vinaigrette or light ranch and use only a little on the salad. Do NOT include the cheese, croutons, bacon bits or avocado. These are way to high in fat/calories and will kill your dieting plan.

Chicken Breast Sandwich
Broiled or grilled chicken breast only! Leave off all cheese, mayonnaise, bacon and any "special sauce". Great items to include on your sandwich are tomato, lettuce, mustard and pickles.

As you can see, the food item are rather limited, but this is your "safe list" of foods you can eat when your in a rush and need to stop by a fast food chain. If your discipline is lacking and you think you may cheat once you get anywhere near a fast food restaurant, then do NOT stop in. Avoid them at all costs! You want to form good habits which take about 30-60 days to truly form. Stick with the quick protein bar or protein shake and you will be fine.

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