Alva Roberts
Published: 2024-07-08
Total Pages: 106
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The book "From Battleground to a Direction of Recovery" is a personal research study by Alva Roberts, a disabled veteran, documenting his journey to lose 50 pounds in five months. It's a comprehensive guide that combines personal anecdotes with research-backed strategies on nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness. Roberts emphasizes that this is not a medical guide but rather a collection of his experiences and the tools he created to achieve his weight loss goals. The book is divided into seven research papers, each focusing on a different aspect of health and fitness: Research Paper Ground Zero: An introduction to Roberts' research findings and personal background. Research Paper 1: Focuses on reviewing the reader's current fitness status, defining habits, and setting SMART goals. Research Paper 2: Explains the human body's energy conversion process (metabolism) and how to measure energy expenditure and body composition. Research Paper 3: Discusses weight control, the importance of logging nutritional intake, hydration, portion sizes, carbohydrates, intermittent fasting, and protein intake for muscle gain. Research Paper 4: Explores the concept of ritualistic training and creating a neutral mindset through various meditations. Research Paper 5: Provides guidance on creating a well-rounded fitness regimen, including walking, traditional exercise, fitness trackers, and the importance of logging exercise. Research Paper 6: Details Roberts' personal plan, including his monthly grocery haul, menu, supplements, and activity routine. Research Paper 7: Lists the custom tools Roberts created to aid in his weight loss journey. Roberts encourages readers to explore the research further and provides links to resources and templates. He emphasizes that this guide is not a quick fix but a tool for those willing to put in the work and adapt the strategies to their own needs.