MIND-BOGGLING SUPPLEMENT MYTHS
Women, Don’t Lose yourself.
To all my fitness beauties out there, whether in the gym or at home, let’s get this straight! It’s time to bust down any and every unnecessary confusion about the effects of supplements on a woman’s body.
Allow me to debunk the first myth that has had my head spinning…so yours does NOT!
1. THINK LIKE A WOMAN
How often do you see an eager fitness enthusiast cower or shrink back in disgust when asked to supplement her fitness regiment with protein or supplements? Often her disapproval is a direct result of misinformation. Fear takes over form. Disappointingly supplements do not get the credit they actually deserve. First and foremost, YOU WILL NOT LOOK LIKE A MAN! It just ain’t happening. I personally attribute such ignorance to one or two things. Lack of facts and understanding about general fitness and the biological composition of a women’s body. Women do not get jacked up like Superman or The Incredible Hulk by taking supplements. Ladies please note as I clarify right here and right now. Our bodies typically require a certain level of protein, fiber, fats, and veggies in order to gain mass. I can almost guarantee that 99% of women don’t even meet their daily nutritional goals to begin with let alone morph into a steroid packed mass.
You will NOT gain weight UNLESS you OVER CONSUME or add excess fillers.
Proteins are the building blocks of muscle tissue and promote muscle growth. Let me share some invaluable information about this gem. Just to name a few, one of the most important fact and benefits of protein is this. It is your “help-meet". It aids in meeting the need you have to build strong muscles. A Common misconception among new fitness enthusiasts is muscle growth equals “Bulking Up”. Contrary to this myth, proteins not only aid in the repair of torn muscle tissue during workouts but regular protein in-take further reduces hunger and aids in weight loss. This is why many gym sharks make it a point to drink a protein shake or eat a protein bar after a good workout.
3. BEWARE THE HYPE-MANIA!!!!
Are All Protein Supplements Equal? The simple answer is No! Therefore do not feed on all the hype from the 100 million supplement industries competing for your bucks. Research, before you go gulping down a cornucopia of various health food.
4. MY 3 ABSOLUTELY FAVORITE RECOMMENDATIONS
* Whey - has more lactose and sugar. Easiest to mix and tastes the best
* Isolate - higher protein less lactose and less fat…This is my personal favorite but bear in mind I’m also lactose intolerant hence this is the best option for me.
* Vegan- if that’s your speed, there are several great options. 5 years ago it tasted like grass and shoe polish but now there are many delicious options.
* Women don’t produce enough testosterone. Not to mention do you know how many steroids and hours in the gym you would have to spend in order to bulk up? Whoa! just stop please! Transforming into a she-hulk is not in your future.
* By the way, Ive been training for 10 years and i’ve yet to look like a Marvel character. Hell, afterall it took Captain America 66 years on ice. In that case I still have a long way to go.
* Replenishing your body after a workout is a MUST! Its non-negotiable! I can almost guarantee, your nutrition is not complete without it. Replenishing is pivotal for sustaining your body. That’s just reality! So we “supplement” where our diet is lacking.
5. MY MUST HAVE LIST OF SUPPLEMENTS
Isolate Protein - fast absorption
Fish oil - The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends at least 1-2 portions of fish a week for the prevention of many diseases. (healthline, Dec 2018).
Multi-Vitamins
Glutamine- helps with recovery
BCAA - Decrease muscle soreness, reduce exercise fatigue, prevent muscle wasting, benefit people with Liver Disease (healthline, July 2018)
Ever wonder why you feel like dying after an intense workout when in actuality you were supposed to feel revitalized? Yeah…exactly.
6. PROTEIN DEPRIVATION - THE LOW DOWN
Protein is the building block of muscle tissue and cannot be deprived. Insufficient protein intake will literally negate your workout . Your body will get its source of protein one way or another. Either you feed it or it will feed on your muscle.
7. THE REAL CULPRIT
Excess Fillers are notorious! Your body can only absorb 20-25 grams of protein at a time so no you won’t get fat! But where you will gain weight is adding all the extra excess fillers like bananas, and strawberries, and nuts, oatmeal, chocolate, butters, honey, and agave. IT'S TO MUCH SUGAR AND CARBS. Pick one or two things and walk away from the rest. Even with the fruits be careful. You don’t need a banana and honey. Pick one and move along sis.
8. BURN FAT BURN!!
Healthy Fats!Healthy fats!! Is there even such a thing? We are talking fit, NOT Fat!!! Before you dive into delirium let me reassure you, Im not talking about the yellow lump of unhealthy curd we all detest and try to kill at every workout. We are talking about healthy fats found in certain oils and vegetables, such as avocados. Your body needs it as fuel to burn. BURN FAT NOT MUSCLE so make sure you’re getting the proper protein and healthy fats at every meal.
9. SUPPLEMENTS - USE SELECTIVELY
Research, Research, Research. All of us are created uniquely. We have our own bandwidths. What’s good for one may not necessarily be good for another. Be careful about jumping on someone else’s bandwagon of fitness and nutrition regime. Take the time to know your own body by reading up on your individual body type. Its called “self-care”. Self care is self-love. An all rounded healthy lifestyle is a well balanced combination of your mental, physical
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