Lunch – A Critical Meal For Workout
December 31, 2008
Whether you are dieting to lose a few pounds, working out to get fit and lose a few pounds or working on a better body shape, lunch can be the crucial time. It is a potential “make or break” time of the day.
Breakfast is easy to remember – a power shake with fruit, yogurt, nuts and maybe whey protein powder is a great start to the day for anyone. If you are working to bulk up, a feed of eggs, bacon, tomatoes and mushrooms might be your breakfast of choice.
Dinner is also usually taken care of – you know you need some lean protein and lots of green and colored vegetables, so you might have a fish fillet with a large salad, or a chicken and vegetable stir fry.
But lunch is often a different matter. You have been busy all morning with the job or the kids, there have been a couple of dramas, the phone has rung off the hook and suddenly you feel a bit hungry. It is so easy to run out and grab something “fast” – this is a fast way to undo your good work.
Here are some tips to help you do lunch that will power you through the afternoon.
• Think of lunchtime as a halfway point in your day; not so much as a means of escape from the mayhem but more as a time for refueling. Stick to the game plan – this is easier if you plan ahead.
• Plan to have lunch at a pre-determined time each day; not necessarily the same time every day. Set that time each morning and program it into your day.
• You will return to work or the kids with renewed vigor and energy and a clearer head if you feast on a healthy meal, especially if you can also fit in a 10 to 15 minute brisk walk.
• If you stay at your desk, take the phone off the hook, lock the door and pay attention to yourself as you eat. You need a complete break to refresh and refuel. Then go for that brisk walk.
• Prepare a sandwich, pack a salad or grab some healthy leftovers before you leave home. This way, you know exactly what you are getting and there will be no hidden fats or chemicals lurking in your lunch.
• You need some protein, veggies and wholegrain bread. If you have a smoothie shop nearby, grab a protein rich fruity shake or a freshly made vegetable juice. Avoid dressings and mayo – they are often high in fat.
Follow these tips for a healthy lunch to refuel and refresh ready for your afternoon. You will be able to accomplish so much more than if you had grabbed a burger and fries.
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