How important is Good Nutrition?
- roz451
- May 2
- 2 min read
Very important. Nutrition is the foundation of your overall health and fitness. It impacts:
Energy levels
Metabolism and weight management
Muscle recovery and growth
Immune function
Mood, sleep, and hormone balance
Even with consistent exercise, poor nutrition can limit your progress, cause fatigue, increase injury risk, and affect long-term health.
🏋️♂️ Can You Out-Train a Bad Diet?
No—not sustainably. Here's why:
🔻 Short Term:
You can burn off excess calories temporarily, but it’s inefficient. Junk food causes inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, and hormonal imbalances that blunt your workout results.
🔻 Long Term:
Over time, a bad diet:
Sabotages fat loss
Limits muscle gain
Increases the risk of chronic disease
Leads to burnout, cravings, and poor recovery
In short: you can't outrun the impact of poor fuel—even the best workouts need support from good nutrition.
Here's a simple, no-fuss guide to clean eating and balancing meals to support your fitness and overall health:
✅ What to Eat More Of:
Lean proteins: chicken, fish, eggs, tofu, legumes
Whole grains: oats, brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat
Healthy fats: avocado, olive oil, nuts, seeds
Fruits & veggies: as colourful and varied as possible
Water: stay well-hydrated, aim for 2–3L per day
❌ What to Limit:
Processed snacks and fast food
Sugary drinks and alcohol
Refined carbs like white bread and pastries
Packaged foods with long ingredient lists
🍽️ How to Balance a Meal
🥦 ½ plate veggies or fruit
🍗 ¼ plate lean protein
🍚 ¼ plate whole grain or starchy veg
🥑 Add a thumb of healthy fat
💧 Drink water with meals
📝 Example Meals:
Breakfast: Oats + berries + almond butter + boiled egg
Lunch: Grilled chicken + quinoa + spinach + olive oil
Dinner: Baked salmon + sweet potato + broccoli + avocado
🔄 Tips for Staying Consistent:
Meal prep 1–2 times a week
Keep healthy snacks on hand (nuts, boiled eggs, fruit)
Don’t aim for perfect—aim for better choices 80–90% of the time
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