The 10 Commandments of Food and Fitness

jbinga · August 2011

I just discovered this on a nutritionist's blog and thought it was genius so I thought I would share! These are the commandments I want to live by:

I know food is best when it's closest to its natural state (i.e., food that's minimally processed with a short ingredient list -- if it has one at all).
I accept that many cravings aren't just in my head. They can represent nutrients I'm lacking or stem from eating patterns I know how to break.
I will not eat processed, convenience, or diet food unless it's my only option (and it shouldn't ever be).
I realize that fat and calories aren't the enemy.
I understand health claims on food labels are marketing tactics, not medical facts.
I'm willing to make my health a priority, even if it means spending a bit more time in the kitchen or a bit more money on food. I believe it's worth spending a bit more to get higher quality food.
I understand that how I look and feel is about 75% what I eat and 25% how I move.
I believe strength training is a crucial component of health and fitness.
I realize that I don't have to spend hours in the gym to get a good workout as long as I incorporate movement into my daily life as much as possible.
I won't use exercise as a way to make up for "bad" eating.

Amyding115 · August 2011

These are amazing!!

pilotgirl2007 · August 2011

Awesome! Thanks for sharing

TruckerChick · August 2011

*bump

HolleeERL · August 2011

I like it! I would like to live by all of these as well. However, I am still really struggling with the last one. I would rather spend 2 hrs per day working out than go without some of my favorite bad foods.

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