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During this time it is easy to lose routine and this can lead to losing progress with your Nutrition. Here are some simple but effective strategies you can utilise in order to make sure you are keeping that progress during this time of self-isolation.
Focus on: Unrefined whole grains and vegetables. Think; Brown rice, quinoa, couscous, sweet potato, multigrain sourdough breads, wholegrain wraps, vegetables of every colour.
Limit: Refined and processed carbohydrates. Think: White rice, bread, potato etc, candy, lollies, soft drinks.
Read: https://engageind.com/blogs/articles/nutrition-for-fighters-the-basics-part-1
Focus on: High quality animal meats ie. chicken breast, chicken thigh, pork chops, pork loin, white fish fillets, salmon, beef, lean mince (95%). Plant based protein ie. tofu, tempeh, quinoa, lentils, spirulina. Meat Alternatives: Quorn, Vegie Delights, Gardein, Beyond Meat
Limit: Highly processed meats such as cheap sausages, deli meats, bacon, low grade protein.supplements
Read: https://engageind.com/blogs/articles/nutrition-for-mma-fighters-the-basics-part-2-protein
Focus on: Unprocessed fats such as oily fish, eggs, avocado, nuts, seeds, nut butters, full cream cow milk.
Limit: Processed fats such as lollies, chocolates, takeout foods, deep fried foods.
Read: https://engageind.com/blogs/articles/nutrition-for-mma-fighters-the-basics-part-3-fats
Follow along with this series as I detail more strategies such as meal planning and meal prepping that can help you keep your nutrition in good condition during this time of isolation.
