Brooke Wells is getting her sweat on – in her workout clothes. In a new social media post the CrossFit stunner shows off her amazing figure in a two-piece exercise set while lifting heavy weights. “training diaries 🏋🏻♀️📔xoxo,” she captioned the Instagram video. How does she approach diet, fitness, and self-care? Here is everything you need to know about her lifestyle habits.
She Eats Over 3,000 Calories Per Day
Wells has gradually increased her carb intake over the years which has improved her performance. "It's a lot of food, over 3,000 calories," she told Business Insider. Here is what she eats in a day:
- Breakfast before morning training: large bowl of oatmeal with protein powder and fruit
- Lunch: rice, sweet potato, and chicken
- Snacks during afternoon training breaks: overnight oats, apple sauce pouches, and bananas
- During training: carbs shakes
- Dinner: chicken or steak with sweet potato or rice
- Before bed: bagel with jelly or oatmeal
Macro Counting
Wells tracks her macros. She aims for 155 grams of protein, 440 grams of carbs, and 70 grams of fat each day in the lead-up to competition. "I've been counting macros for probably the last five years but I feel like the numbers just keep getting higher, my carbs just go up each year," she said. "I definitely don't think I was eating enough carbs four years ago and my performance seems to be better as I eat more."
She Eats Enough Crabs So She Doesn't Cheat As Much
Because Brooke eats enough carbs she doesn’t go to extremes with cheat meals. "Recently, when I have a cheat meal or whatever, I don't go overboard because I don't feel like I need to anymore, I don't have as many cravings because I'm eating the appropriate amount of food," she said. "I would say my relationship with food's pretty good. I'm not scared to eat sweets or anything."
Saunas and Ice Baths
She is also a fan of saunas and ice baths for recovery. There is limited research supporting the benefits of cold plunges, which may include easing sore muscles, bringing body temperature down, increased focus, improved sleep, and decreased inflammation, per the Cleveland Clinic. However, a 2021 study found that cold water immersion therapy promotes basic post-sport recovery.
Sleep
Sleep is a key part of her recovery. Wells is even an ambassador for Eight Sleep, a temperature controlled mattress that also gives users sleep data. She maintains that it helps her sleep more deeply and for longer. What are the health benefits of sleep? According to the Sleep Foundation, getting enough z’s is a mood booster, promotes heart health, regulates blood sugar, improves mental function, restores your immune system, helps relieve stress, and aids in weight loss.
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