Thursday, April 3
“That which is measured improves” - Karl Pearson
Nutrition Series - Day 4 - Thursday, April 3
So much of eating is unconscious, and we often don’t think about what we’re putting into our bodies.
If we want to make sustainable changes to our nutrition, it’s important to keep track of what we’re eating.
A simple 1-week journal is a good start. This can be done on pen-and-paper, a Notes app on our phone, or a food tracking or fitness app. If you can stretch this out to 1-month, even better!
After we collect enough data to see where we are, we can make much more informed choices about areas to improve, identify triggers, and note patterns.
What to include in a food journal?
What you eat and drink: Be specific, including details like the type of food, ingredients, and preparation methods.
Portion sizes: Measure or estimate how much you're consuming.
Time and location: Note when and where you're eating.
How you feel: Record your hunger levels, emotions, and any physical symptoms related to eating.
Why you are eating: Consider what triggers your food choices, such as stress, boredom, or emotions.
Is there an app for this?
Yes. Lots. Shop around and see what you like, but I recommend My Fitness Pal for this work!
Links: CrossFit Nutrition Course Training Guide
Strength/Skill
For quality:
15 L/15 R Turkish Get-ups, pick load
Athlete Instructions
Accumulate a total of 20-30 reps (10/15 per arm), switch arm every 5 reps.
Movement Demos
WOD
9 rounds for time of:
12 Dumbbell Power Snatches, 50/35 lbs
Run, 100 m
8 Box Jumps, 24/20 in
6 Toes-to-bars
Cool Down
Banded Shoulders
Banded Lower Body