Keeler C.English 100Procedural Analysis Essay Nowadays, it really seems like overall health is a big initiative pushed by many people and big companies. We all go and sign up for a gym membership and say we're going to get healthy, but most of us have no idea how to do it. We are confused and scared because we simply have no idea on how to achieve that “superstar” look. We don't have the thousands of dollars to spend on personal training like the big Hollywood stars, so what do we do? Well, we can learn simple tips and tricks on how to achieve personal health as well as achieve our dream physique. In this comprehensive look at health and fitness, I'll teach you how to eat right, buy supplements on a budget, and exercise effectively and correctly. Most people use the same justification when it comes to eating healthy, healthier foods. They always say they can't afford it or don't have the energy to cook or prepare meals for the week. Well, if we have the energy to eat out six times a week, or if we can afford to spend money on fast food every day, we can easily prepare meals and eat healthy. First, you want to eat lean protein and make it an important part of your daily diet. These lean proteins are the best because they make up the majority of our calorie intake and help us get in shape. Foods such as chicken breast, tilapia, turkey, and lean ground beef are all great examples of what lean protein is. Second, we need to focus on our carbohydrate intake. Carbohydrates are actually not the devil, and in most cases, they are beneficial in helping with weight loss. It's when carbohydrates are combined with saturated fats, trans fats and sugars that they start to lose their health... middle of paper ...... as. I recommend cardio 4 times per week, with strength training 5-6 times per week. Strength training is beneficial because it actually burns calories at rest. So you burn calories while watching Walking Dead or sleeping. Try going to the gym at less busy times, as this leads to more effective workouts. We don't train our best in a crowded gym on a Monday night, we just don't. So try to go in the morning or at other quieter times. Health is something we should all aspire to. We can all live long, happy lives and prosper greatly if we simply focus on ourselves and block out the outside world and its stresses for a few days a week. If we can look good and feel good, our perspective changes and things change for the better in our lives. If we eat right, take supplements intelligently, and train effectively, we can achieve greatness..