Many of you who know me, also know Shrimp. A 6 pound chihuahua who lights up the room when you walk in it. When Shrimp was just a little pup (once palm sized) he'd be so happy to see you he'd pee with excitement as he greeted you at the door. He still comes running when you walk through the door but after 6 years he's rid of the pee :)
Anyhow, Shrimp is a growing being none the less. And being that better nutrition is clearly better for your own development. Why am I typing of Shrimp's eating plan? At my studio it's a common conversational piece to discuss meals, food and eating habits. I know strange right? At a fitness studio, discussions of food? It is a bit far fetched.
Well here's the strangest part: my dog eats nutritiously better than most people I know.
This morning alone, Shrimp has drank refreshingly filtered water, enjoyed organic free range eggs with orange and green peppers, and we just devoured some organic sweet pea's together.
Shrimp has had the equivalent of 3 servings of veggies for his size already and it's only 11 am.
How many have you had? Shrimp has already drank about 1 oz of water; at 6 pounds that's a lot. And he's supported his muscle function and repair with amazing amino acid structure in eggs. And they're organic free range to boot!
Later, he'll probably have high quality chicken breast, maybe almond butter, most likely broccoli or whatever other vegetable we have at home.
Why do I let Shrimp eat whatever I eat when I eat?
Because like myself, I understand Shrimp is a being that will only respond by the foods he ingests. If he eats terribly he'll feel like terrible and likewise become unfit. Just like you and I.
Now imagine your child eats terribly. They're growing still. Poor nutrition as in soda, fruit juices, Gatorade, chips, snacks, boxed store-shelf breakfast processed-bakeries and unhealthy portions lead to lesser than desired development, poor energy and brain function. Poor nutrition hinders study capacity, grades, mood, fitness and growth.
Why wouldn't I let Shrimp eat nutritious veggies and healthy lean protein sources, organic at that?
Because Shrimp needs better nutrition to survive at near optimal levels. Just like you do. More so our kids.
So, has my dog ate better than you so far today?
Have you had any junk or fast food before noon?
Have you had at least 2-3 servings of fruits and veggies before noon?
Have you had at least 1 or 2 servings of organic high quality protein sources before noon?
Have your children?
Or did they have Fruit Loops, a Pop Tart, a bagel, candy, fruit snacks, Special K bar, McDonald's, or some other marketed as healthy breakfast source?
I know you know better than to actually believe those manufacturers and restaurants. Dunkin Donuts and Starbucks are not healthy choices for breakfast. Heck ever.
Check your list, and make any changes necessary.
Rob
