by PerErik | Jan 21, 2013 | Tennis Tips
More Energy Eating breakfast may give you energy, increasing your physical activity during the day. A healthy breakfast refuels your body and replenishes the glycogen stores that supply your muscles with immediate energy. Skipping breakfast is associated with...
by PerErik | Jan 21, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Healthy Choices Eating breakfast may get you on track to make healthy choices all day. When you eat breakfast, you tend to eat a healthier overall diet, one that is more nutritious and lower in fat. When you skip breakfast, you’re more likely to skip fruits and...
by PerErik | Jan 21, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Reduced Hunger Eating breakfast may reduce your hunger later in the day, which may make it easier to avoid overeating. When you skip breakfast, you may feel ravenous later and be tempted to reach for a quick fix — such as vending machine candy or doughnuts at the...
by PerErik | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Cutting calories tips Cutting calories doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact, it can be as simple as: Skipping high-calorie, low-nutrition items Swapping high-calorie foods for lower calorie options Reducing portion sizes...
by PerErik | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Tipping the scale: Cutting calories Your weight is a balancing act, but the equation is simple: If you eat more calories than you burn, you gain weight. Because 3,500 calories equals about 1 pound (0.45 kilogram) of fat, you need to burn 3,500 calories more than you...
by PerErik | Jan 20, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Calories: Fuel for your body Calories are the energy in food. Your body has a constant demand for energy and uses the calories from food to keep functioning. Energy from calories fuels your every action, from fidgeting to marathon running. Carbohydrates, fats and...
