I am often asked by my readers, and clients, about how I train and how I eat. Therefore, I thought I would share some key points to my program. keep in mind, this is what works for me, and you should find what fits your current lifestyle, goals, and pre-existing physical or mental conditions, as well as cultural restrictions.

One of the first things I recommend anyone should do before beginning any fitness or diet program, is see your medical professional. Discuss what you want from your fitness program, as well as listen to what they may suggest. Also, while you are getting a check-up, be sure to schedule a blood test, in order to see exactly where you are nutritionally strong, or may have some imbalances that need to be addressed with your diet, as well as your exercise program.

My current fitness program is based mostly on convenience, meaning being able to train anywhere, anytime, whenever I feel the need to train. Thus, most of my training is based around bodyweight exercises (usually composed of animal movements), kettlebell training, using anything I find as a resistance training tool, any form of running, jumping, or walking, as well as martial arts training (Muay Thai & Copeira) and relaxation/rejuvenation modalities (yoga, Meditation, Qi Gong, sleep, massage).

In terms of eating, I base my diet around my activities. Lately, my eating habits have been based on the Warrior Diet and/or The Daniel Fast on non or light training days, and more protein/fats based on heavy training days. I try to keep my fruit consumption set during the day, and focus more on raw or organic veggies during the evening. I mainly consume high fiber fruits such as berries, apples, pears, and I love how filling a whole tomato can be. My biggest focus, during meals, is to make sure my plate is as colorful as possible.

Other than the aforementioned foods, I definitely consume plenty of liquids, mostly filtered water and various organic teas. Also, depending on my schedule or training, my hacked versions of protein shakes, using products like Prograde Lean or Workout.

Eating in this manner has really helped me get in tune with my body, and really hone in on what foods give me energy, sustain me, or make me feel like garbage warmed over. I would love to hear how your current fitness and eating program is working for you. Please feel free to share them here, as well as ask or post any comments.