Not so fast. If you try to make up for poor nutrition by exercising, you are going to be disappointed. While eating poorly and not exercising is far worse for your health that eating poorly and exercising, you will get the most out of your workouts if you fuel them with high quality foods. Eating for exercise will give you the energy necessary to exercise, and you will be less likely to overtrain.
The only true way to get the most from a fitness program is to have a good balance between proper nutrition and consistent conditioning. You simply can't do one or the other and expect to look and feel great. Hints on proper sports nutrition: Eat smaller meals more frequently (about four or five mini meals a day), include a balance of protein, fruit and vegetables and carbs in your diet, and stay well hydrated.
The only true way to get the most from a fitness program is to have a good balance between proper nutrition and consistent conditioning. You simply can't do one or the other and expect to look and feel great. Hints on proper sports nutrition: Eat smaller meals more frequently (about four or five mini meals a day), include a balance of protein, fruit and vegetables and carbs in your diet, and stay well hydrated.
