Setting goals

Realistic goals are important because they will help us measure our progress. For example, I plan to gain one pound of muscle per week (this is a realistic goal). Now, how do I do it? First you need to determine the number of calories you will be burning daily (see yesterday’s post).

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How many calories does my body need?

It is important to know the number of calories that our bodies need to perform everyday functions in order for us to adjust our diets according to our bodies’ requirements. For example, if you are trying to lose weight you will want to consume less calories than what your body actually needs. If instead, you [...]

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