Health and Fitness – Bukido Karate

Shidoshi's Page on Fitness and Health

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Smoothie for breakfast?

The difference between a healthy and unhealthy smoothie largely depends on the quality and quantity of its ingredients. Smoothies‘ biggest pitfall is their propensity to contain large quantities of added sugar. Added sugar reduces the nutrient density of smoothies.

A cup coconut water (substitute with any nut milk or water/ice)
2 big handfuls washed spinach leaves (add cucumber, celery or any other green vegies if desired)
2 dessertspoons freshly ground seeds and nuts (include linseeds, sunflowers, almonds)
1 cup chopped fruit (banana, kiwi fruit, berries or pineapple, including fruit that adds a creamy, thick texture such as banana, mango or even avocado).
By Jean Hales naturopath.
I have this or similar every second morning – Shidoshi.

The question I am often asked is “Can I lose weight doing karate.” Keeping the answer as simple as I can is, If your calorie intake remains the same, then Yes you will lose weight.

To clarify this a bit deeper, when you burn more calories you tend to eat a bit more to compensate. So what is the answer?

Consume less food OR start replacing unhealthy foods with healthy alternatives.

Not feeling hungry is the key to long term weight loss and better health.

The best way to start to control your weight is to work on your mindset. This means that you have to tell yourself everyday that you are going to change into a fitter healthier you. Then take steps, (even if they are small ones) to change your life.

“Control your thoughts and everything will be under your control.”
― Debasish Mridha