The Survival Of the Fittest Nutritional Philosophy & Rationale

Proper nutrition is paramount in providing your body with what it needs to function at an optimal level. Most people focus on the weight loss aspect of nutrition. Considering the astoundingly high obesity rates in America this is understandable. However, I teach my clients to not only eat healthy to lose body fat but to provide their bodies with the wide array of nutrients it requires to function properly. If you consume healthy foods that nourish the body in proper portions and include exercise in your daily routine the fat loss/ weight loss automatically follows. There are countless weight loss and dieting books claiming to know the “secret” to losing weight and keeping it off. Here is the “secret”; there is no secret. The laws, maxims, and basic principles of nutrition are the same today as they were yesterday and the same as they will be tomorrow. Quite honestly most of these programs work to varying degrees. The topic of nutrition and dieting is often made more complicated than it needs to be. The truth of the matter is that the basics of nutrition are relatively simple and easy to apply.
Changing the way you eat requires a lifestyle change not just a temporary adherence to a diet. Know this, taking responsibility for your health is step one. Only you can make the changes necessary to be living a healthy lifestyle. Choosing to eat healthy is truly a life altering experience that will reap you endless benefits. Once you have taken action to improve your nutritional habits you will notice an immediate series of positive changes. Almost immediately you will notice a significant difference in your overall health and sense of well-being. Your happiness level and mood will greatly improve as well. In fact, changing your dietary habits is the first and often times the most effective step in combating various disorders and diseases like diabetes, arthritis, depression and the list goes on. When you give the body the nutrients it needs you will feel more alive, alert and positive. You will have a steady source of natural energy without the “help” of coffee and energy supplements that are often detrimental to your health and leave you more drained than before. The fog in your mind will lift as it becomes clear and you will be better able to focus mentally. Your immune system will become stronger and your body will be more resistant to illness. After all food is nature’s medicine. You will have more restful and satisfying sleep that leaves you energized for your day. You will begin to lean out as you shed unwanted water weight and lose body fat. Your physical appearance will improve and others will begin to notice that you have a healthy glow about you.
An interesting side effect of eating healthy is that your performance in the activities of your everyday life will drastically improve. In short, you will be better able to do whatever it is that you do and achieve greater success in all areas of your life. The benefits of living a healthy lifestyle that includes maintaining proper nutrition are virtually endless. You should consider maintaining proper nutrition as a solid investment in your health and in your future. You owe it to yourself and to your loved ones to lead a healthy life.
Contact James O’Rourke of Survival of the Fittest at 661-713-7576 and or email: J.A.OROURKE1@gmail.com for more information regarding personal fitness training and nutritional counseling.