The Adler Blog

Hey,
How is everyone? We are sweating out in the sweltering NYC August heat, but it’s ok; it will be cold soon enough.

Today’s blog topic will cover how to combine a disciplined diet with a hectic lifestyle. Obviously, the average Shapeupclub user has made a commitment to improve his eating, and has a pretty good grasp on macro nutrients and caloric intake. Yet, most people don’t fail in their diets not because of lack of knowledge, but lack of planning.

Anyone, who has every picked up a Tom Clancy novel, knows the 5 P’s of the FBI. Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance.The same goes for your physique. You need to plan for shopping, cooking and packing. Make sure your fridge and cupboards are full with chicken, beef, fish, greens, rice, oats, and nuts. Once you get hungry, whatever you have at home is your first line of defense. You can only eat what is there, unless you order pizza. Plan for two cooking days a week, where you grill your chicken, bake the potatoes and maybe make some Gazpacho now that it is summer. Lastly, store your meals in ready-to-eat portions in the fridge.

Scott and I start our days around 5:30-6AM and the last thing we want to do then is think and cook. This may sound tedious and boring but it is worth the trouble. Once you make your diet your priority, the results will be so motivating that it becomes easier by the week.

Stay focused and you will achieve your goals quicker than you imagine!
Maik and Scott