Nutrition is a key factor to our performance in the gym. Do you know what a healthy meal looks like? Without diving full force into meal prep here is a quick beginners guide to a proportioned meal.
Lean proteins – Chicken, fish, seafood, beef, steak, turkey, eggs or egg whites. 1-2 palms.
Carbs – Whole grain bread, rice, whole grain pasta, potatoes, quinoa, fruit. 1-2 cupped hands.
Fats – Nuts, avocado, olive oil, canola oil, nut butter, coconut oil. 1-2 thumbs.
Vegetables – Spinach, kale, peppers, asparagus, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, squash, zucchini, brussels sprouts, green beans etc. 1-2 fists.
The best part of this is you only need your hand which makes it easier and more convenient for you. Of course this is just a starting point so you might need to make some adjustments. Start balancing your nutrition today!