Top 4 Superfoods to Sculpt the Alpha Body

So you want the body of an Olympic athlete? But how do you get it? Eat good and workout, right? It’s that simple. Wrong. If it were that simple everyone would have what they want. We need to eat quality foods that are rich in nutrients and have anti-inflammatory properties in them. We need to start eating Superfoods. But first, why do we need to control inflammation in the body?

We need to control inflammation because that will lead to better muscle gains and increase fat loss.

Maybe now you’re paying a little more attention.

Now I’m sure when you’re done working out you may experience a little soreness afterwards. That soreness can last for a few hours or up to several days. This feeling of soreness is natural in your body’s way of telling us to rest so it can get bigger and stronger. Part of the healing process includes inflammation and occurs throughout our entire body.

There are foods you can eat that can keep you building muscle while also limiting your body’s inflammatory response. We call these Superfoods. Here’s a list of 4 Superfoods that can help you sculpt the body of an Alpha athlete:

Salmon

Salmon is loaded with mass building protein in joint supporting healthy fats, it is one of the best anti-inflammatory foods that we should all be eating. Salmon also contains a healthy amount of omega-3 fatty acids, which many studies have proven to reduce the inflammation in the body. Is because of this that makes omega-3 fats in fish and fish oils helpful for limiting the joint inflammation and destroying your muscles. Is omega 3 fatty acids and also promote brain function, intelligence and eyesight. Now you tell me, who doesn’t want that? Aim to eat two to three servings a week of wild salmon to help you build the muscle you deserve.

Spinach

It’s really not surprising that spinach made the list. Spinach has plenty of carotenoids, which is one kind of inflammation-reducing antioxidant, also containing Vitamin E. While helping you supply your muscles with rich vitamins and nutrients, Spinach is also a powerful ally in the fight against cancer. (numerous studies have shown in relationship between spinach consumption and almost every type of cancer) This Superfood can give your body an advantage and the environment to grow and recover from vigorous training activities. Add this superfood onto almost any meal and any smoothie and you too can see the amazing benefits of this food.

Blueberries

Another Superfood incredibly loaded with antioxidants and phytonutrients, these berries are also high in potassium, vitamin C and they also serve as an anti-inflammatory. Because of this, blueberries are a top choice for nutritionists and athletes. And, because of the phytonutrients, the berries help the body’s cells communicate with each other more efficiently. What athlete doesn’t want their muscle and tissue cells communicating more efficiently?

Loaded with the types of sugar your body craves after a grueling workout, blueberries serve as a great post and pre workout snack. 1 to 2 cups of berries daily will help you see the benefits of this amazing fruit.

Avocados

Avocados are rich super food high in omega 3’s and fiber. They also promote food digestion to help you with your all your nutrients that you can see me throughout the day. And you can ask any nutritionist, they’re one of the best anti-inflammatory foods that anyone can consume. Most people are afraid eat avocados because of the high fat content. But, one of the worst things you can do why you are trying to eat and grow like an Alpha athlete is relate the the fat in our food to the fat on our bodies. The quality of healthy fats and nutrients found in avocados, oleic acid, lutein, folate, vitamin E, monounsaturated fats and glutathione, can aid in the forming of our body to that of an Alpha athlete. They even taste great and can be added into almost any meal, even a smoothie.

One of the worst things you can do why you are trying to eat and grow like an Alpha Athlete is relate the the fat in our food to the fat on our bodies.

Incorporating these 4 superfoods will help your body recover, grow and help you train at the highest level you can. There are also many, many more benefits to eating these foods as a weekly routine that we could write a book about. Consuming these foods will aid in control of inflammation and will help you get better muscle gain and increase your fat loss. Now you tell me, who doesn’t want that?