Top 10 Nutrition tips for Personal Trainers

Hands up if you’re over hearing about the latest diet and weight loss tips promoted by a size zero Hollywood celebrity?  While there’s no doubt that some of those plans produce dramatic results, many of them are unhealthy, unsustainable methods for managing weight loss. 

 You don’t need to be a qualified dietician to understand the importance of food and its role in a client’s weight loss management plan or other programme.  Nutrition is a vital part of a Personal Trainers toolkit.   Read on to learn the top 10 nutrition tips for personal trainers:

 1.       Eat breakfast

Start the day off with a healthy breakfast of wholegrain toast with 2 (poached or scrambled) eggs and a juice or fruit salad.

2.       Drink lots of water 1.5-2L per day

Mild dehydration causes lethargy, low concentration, dry skin and tiredness.  Increase your water intake and you’ll probably notice a reduction in caffeine craving.

3.       Eat small meals regularly

Keep your blood sugar in balance to avoid a sudden drop in energy.

4.       Plan meals for the week

Plan healthy nutritious meals at the beginning of the week and shop accordingly. 

5.       Eat healthy snacks to keep blood sugar in balance

Eat celery, carrot and capsicum sticks with a tablespoon of your favourite dip such as tahini, hummus or babaganoush!

6.       Cut down on caffeine

Too much caffeine can have a negative effect on your adrenal glands, cause dehydration and mild to moderate anxiety.    

7.       Eat more fruit and vegetables

The nutrition content of fruit and vegetables are superior - providing energy, vitamins and antioxidants.  

8.       Eat some low fat protein at every meal

Protein makes you feel full which helps to offset sugar cravings. 

9.       Prepare snacks ahead of time

Chop up vegetables and fruit if you’re going out, and put in a container with your dips.  Bag up a few rice crackers, seeds, nuts and dried fruit so you don’t feel tempted to get a large mocha latte!

10.   Have a couple of alcohol-free days: Give your liver and kidneys a chance to replenish so they can do an optimal job.

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