In my 25 years of experience as a Personal Trainer and road cyclist, it has become obvious to me that optimum nutrition is essential to optimum performance. The average individual looking to change their body composition must recognize the critical role that proper nutrition plays in reaching their desired goal. One look in the mirror should be enough to realize that we are all an accumulation of habits, both good and bad. If you wish to change what you see and how you feel, you have to change how you think about food. The relationship we have with food is largely defined by our society in terms of its social significance (we entertain with food) and is largely viewed as a source of personal pleasure. Effective performance nutrition means that food is to be enjoyed, but should always first serve a functional role. The chart below illustrates a simple method of keeping your diet balanced without having to take extreme measures or tracking your food intake through a journal. The main idea is that no more than 10% of your daily intake should come from the area outside the bullseye. This represents unhealthy choices such as processed flour and sugar, sodas, coffee, alcohol and fast foods high in fat. A healthy diet means 90% of your food intake lies within the target, with items in the bullseye being of highest priority. As you move away from the center of the target, the less you should consume of these items.
The competitive endurance athlete is faced with an even greater need to consume the right foods in the right amounts. Athletes are always asking "What should I eat or drink on race day?" Although this question is a valid one and deserves a good answer, the more important question concerns what one should eat on a daily basis. An athlete's ability to perform at optimum levels is strictly a function of his current training status. That status is directly related to the quality of the daily diet and one's level of recovery from stress. Optimum performance is the end result of having the correct mixture of stress and recovery. Adequate recovery is dependent on two primary factors: sleep and nutrition. Without adequate fuel sources, recovery simply does not happen and muscle catabolism takes place. This loss of muscle is counterproductive to intense training and leads to chronic fatigue and poor performance. Replenishing fuel stores and fluid levels, rebuilding muscle and energy balance are all directly influenced by nutrition. Otherwise, the performance suffers due to reduced work capacity and energy. A targeted nutritional approach can make the difference between winning and losing.
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CycleOne provides a detailed analysis of your individual nutritional needs regardless of your level of training. Solutions are provided in several different formats, depending on your specific goals and time line. We encourage a balanced approach to one's diet, while avoiding fast food and overly processed foods. Whenever possible, we promote organic, whole foods with a preference for raw foods. We recognize that the athlete who is traveling will be forced many times to compromise their dietary regimen, so we strive to educate you in making the best possible choices. As well, CycleOne provides its athletes with the best nutritional supplements available anywhere.
Here are just a few of the nutritional topics we cover:
- Enhancing nutrient absorption
- Macronutrient ratios
- Timing of food intake
- Glycemic index & glycemic load
- Managing your energy needs
- Training and race day fueling
- Taking care of your hydration needs
- Optimized recovery
- Eliminating the confusion about supplements
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Nutritional Consultation - $125.00
For those who would like to optimize their current nutritional practices for enhanced energy and endurance. The consultation includes an assessment of current nutritional habits based on lifestyle, level of activity and goals. Appropriate nutritional recommendations are provided, including sport specific recommendations.
Follow-Up Session - 1/2 hr $50.00, 1 hr $75.00
We examine how closely you are complying with the guidelines and reevaluate the specific recommendations if necessary. Additional questions are addressed and any needed modifications are made.
If you have an interest in weight management while maintaining strength or fitness, Transitions will guide you through an 8 week program of education. Our plan doesn't focus just on food like many other systems. The Transitions Lifestyle System™ provides a total-system approach that promotes healthy food choices, behavior modification and menu plans. The Transitions Lifestyle System™ includes: low-glycemic index meals, a daily journal to guide you, weight management supplements to accelerate weight loss, entrees, bars and shakes to keep you on track, behavior modification and support materials to ensure your success, an interactive web site to track your progress and more!
Genetic Nutritional Solutions - $250.00
The latest developments in the field of nutritional research has evolved into a new science known as "Nutrigenomics". Based on the study of the human genome, nutrigenomics uses DNA sampling to determine the specific needs of the athlete based on inherited characteristics. You are provided with a home kit designed for taking a cheek saliva swab to be submitted for testing. All 19 of the genes analyzed are proven to influence 5 key areas of health. Your DNA-based advice will cover a healthy heart, healthy bones, insulin sensitivity, anti-oxidant and detoxification effectiveness, and inflammation. These are all areas of concern to the athlete as well as to the average person who wishes to achieve optimum health. Once your diet, lifestyle and genes have been analyzed, we'll send you a confidential personalized Action Plan telling you how to match your diet and lifestyle to your genes. Not only will you be able to dial in your unique genetic nutritional needs, you will likely save money on future purchases since you can eliminate any unnecessary consumption of supplements. Targeted nutrition has reached a new level of sophistication with this method and CycleOne is your only direct source of genetic nutritional solutions in Portland. CycleOne will even provide you with the first month's supply of supplements for free when you complete the DNA Analysis.
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Check out these links:
Sciona Nutrigenetics
Adaptogens and Stress
Discover the Power of OPC's
Isotonix - Speed & Delivery
Why Organic?
Organic Consumers Association
Vegetarian Organic Life
Optimal Nutrition, Inc
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