Should I avoid fruit to get ripped for the summer?
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Question:
I am trying to get ripped for summer and was told to avoid fruit.
Fruit is so healthy, so why is it not good on a diet?
Answer:
It does seem strange that when trying to lose bodyfat it is best to
avoid fruit, doesn't it? However, while it is true that fruit is quite
healthful, virtually fat free, and loaded with vitamins, minerals, and
phytonutrients, it also contains a natural sugar known as fructose. The
molecular structure of fructose is such that it is very easily converted
into triglycerides(fats)when passing through the liver. Because fructose
is basically metabolized like a fat, it can greatly hinder your efforts
toward a ripped physique. Fructose is also a poor choice for post workout
nutrition, as it does little to refill muscle glycogen. Further, diets
high in this sugar have also been shown to lead to insulin resistance,
which can, in and of itself, lead to higher blood fats and bodyfat
levels.
Question:
If you could only choose 3 exercises for your entire body what would
they be?
Answer:
That is an interesting question, and one that I have thought about
before. After years of performing every exercise in existence I certainly
developed a "pool" of favorites...exercises that seem to be the most
effective for me. However, given the choice of only 3, I would probably
choose deadlifts, bent over rows, and incline presses. The deadlifts
would hit the major muscles of the thighs, the hip structure, and the
lumbars. The bent rows would tax the lats, mid back musculature,
posterior deltoid, and the biceps. The inclines would target my pecs,
anterior delts, and triceps. Using these 3 movements I would utilize a
variety of grips, angles, and ranges of motion in order to get the most
from each one. Although you may not be able to build a "perfectly
balanced" body using only 3 exercises, you still can certainly build an
impressive physique! |
