The world is fast today-fast food, fast cars, fast lives and fast results. No body has the time to wait; perseverance, patience and hard work seems virtues of an archaic age. No wonder even in matters of health, we want things fast. The craze for six pac abs in case of a guy and a size zero figure in case of a girl has reached humongous proportions. These words are being used by every Tom, Dick and Harry, without comprehending the very meaning or essence of the words. So what we have is a generation of young people aspiring for a healthy body, through unhealthy means.
Anabolic steroids are being rampantly used by young boys to achieve that elusive super physique. It is a disturbing trend and the recklessness of the whole process is terrifying. Very often youngsters when asked whether they know about the side effects of steroids, quip back that they are well aware of the use and its effect; what they fail to see that they are treading in murky and dangerous waters. For every success story, you will invariably have many horror stories. Kidney disease, Liver disease, Heart Disease, Hormone malfunction, Impotence, Skin disease and cancer are some of the common side effects of anabolic steroids. Any synthetic or artificial substance that aims to alter the body's normal system is bound to show effects; most often they are not very pleasant.
On the other side of the milieu girls are starving to drop sizes quickly. In an attempt to look pretty they fail to realise that in an attempt to look slim they end up looking sickly. Starving and depriving your body of its required nutrition is no way of achieving a desirable or attractive figure. A human body is a complex organism which requires a blend of macro and micro nutrients in specific proportion for its optimum functioning. A long term deficit in any of these nutrients can cause harmful and ugly consequences. Thyroid malfunction, infertility, irregular periods, osteoporosis, insomnia, nausea, gastro intestinal distress and the list goes on.
These people should realize that playing with your body is not cool.Period. You can lose you money, but still gain it back; you lose your health, you are doomed to the life of a cripple. One should appreciate that building a good body takes in effort and dedication. If you are willing to adopt a regular workout program, follow a healthy diet and take adequate rest, you will definitely be able to achieve a healthy, strong and attractive physique. There is no need to resort to short cuts; because in this short cut you will reach a bleak and dark wall.
A well balanced diet is important for every individual, irrespective of profession, social strata or life goals. Depending on individual goals and lifestyle, diets are tweaked and modified. Athletes and active persons have special dietary requirements, which can be met through a mix of natural food and dietary supplements. Dietary supplements can aid in filling gaps in the diet as well as provide great convenience and value for money.
It is important to set realistic targets and also accept the fact that there is really no substitute for hard work. Preferably, one should take the help of a qualified fitness professional who would be able to guide one achieve his/her goals.
