Trends on "diets" don't work for everyone, and diets don't have the same meaning they once used to have. Unfortunately, the lack of education in nutrition has greatly contributed to nutritional unawareness, and misinformation. It's important to verify who the information is coming from and their credibility. I am not certified in nutrition, nor in dietetics, but as a certified personal trainer we have knowledge that we can share to the limit of our professional scope. Fernando calls his "diet" a nutritional habit, or nutritional lifestyle based on education and experience. Carbohydrates are not as bad as they seem if consumed in good quality, proper amount, and no underlaying health issues affected by glucose, such as diabetes. Did you know glucose is the main source of energy for brain cells? One of the most important factors mentioned is the importance of the role of each macronutrient, and it's process to metabolize to be used for either energy, storage, or muscle synthesis.

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What are some obstacles in aviation that greatly interfere with pilot's health? Those are discussed in this episode and more importantly how to overcome some of them through intervention to prioritize health and make it part of your routine. Some of the techniques discussed are schedule planning, energy management, hotel gym workout, and intervention coaching are talked about in more detail in this episode. As an Robbins-Madaness Training certified Intervention Coach, I have learned and experienced the the variances of human needs that intervene with health and fitness. Certainty and Variety are two human needs discussed in this episodes to provide more knowledge and self awareness to take action. Not only is health and fitness important for the now, but also for your life after retirement.

The glutes are the most important muscles to exercise for sitting posture. Fernando gives shares his experience and knowledge as a pilot and NASM Certified personal trainer. Sitting on airplanes for long periods of time can cause muscles to stay in shortened length tension relationship and reduce flexibility. Proper strengthening and stretching can relieve muscular asymmetry.

Fernando talks about the lack of health education in aviation. He shares his idea behind launching FAC podcast, his extended background in fitness, and the purpose for helping crewmembers maintain a balanced healthy lifestyle.