SubscribeThe Entrepreneur Diet
The Entrepreneur Diet is aimed squarely at busy executives or entrepreneurs. The book is written by Tom Weede, former editor of Men's Fitness magazine.
The book takes a fairly level-headed approach to diet and health. The prescription is for those who are "on-the-go" and have little time for "2 hour gym workouts" or rigorous trendy diets.
The idea is that to perform your best (at the board table or wherever) you need to devote time and care to maintaining your number one "asset" - namely your body.
Pros
- The author has carefully quoted recent research and presents a comprehensive approach to healthy nutrition and lifestyle.
- There is a useful 2 week diet plan with alternate "quick-fix" options presented for each meal.
- The basics are recommended: no meal-skipping, appropriate portions, healthy fats, reduce added sugars, and eat whole grains.
- The book devotes many pages to a number of exercise options. It is obvious the author is very knowledgeable on the subject.
Cons
- It's ironic that a book aimed at busy professionals is actually rather long-winded (293 pages). The flow seems to jump back and forth between different exercise approaches and various comments on health issues affecting busy people.
- The basics of good diet and exercise options need not be so verbose.
- The book is essentially an "add-on" to the Entrepreneur Magazine.
Overall I felt the Entrepreneur Diet lacks inspiration - and inspiration is something you really need if you are going to get enthusiastic about exercise. When it comes to eating on-the-go - the Entrepreneur Diet does provide some welcome tips on this difficult area.
I have to confess that I used to rely on smoothies and soy drinks and other foods I could eat on the go or at my desk because I didn't have time to stop for meals. Luckily chocolate can be eaten anywhere (but not when wearing a new white top).
Now I enjoy taking the break to eat or exercise. I guess the book is just another way to market the same old concepts...
ReplyTalia, I just bring that big old salad or stinky stir-fry to my desk and eat right there... I know in theory I'm setting myself up for an ulcer, but I've never had any stomach problems and I'd rather use any breaks from work to exercise, not to sit down with lunch. It is not ideal, but it seems like a good enough compromise for now.
ReplyThank You :-)
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