JoshPerryBMX – Page 34 – Daily Brainstorms

Keto Travel

Next flight: 10hrs to Honolulu, Hawaii and here is what I brought for if/when I get hungry on the flight as well as some for the 4 days I’ll be there along with what I will buy from the grocery store (avocados and full-fat coconut milk in the can). I also have my vitamins, probiotics, magnesium, and more fish packed with me 👌🏼

“Josh, I can’t eat KETO/ healthy because I travel for work”.

“Josh, I can’t eat KETO/healthy while flying”.

“Josh, eating KETO/healthy is too expensive and hard”.

These are some excuses I’ve had in the past and I commonly hear from people.

You know what YOU CAN do? Drop the excuses!

You know what is expensive? Cancer, disease, missing work, meds, surgeries, doctor visits, and hospital bills.

You know what is hard? Suffering on a daily basis, being sick, being inflamed, being overweight, headaches, watching your loved ones struggle mentally and physically, dealing with cancer and/or surgeries that could have been prevented, or even seeing your loved ones pass away from something that could be prevented.

It all comes to down to one simple question. Do YOU care about yourself and those that love you?

If you said “yes”, then you can make the choice to ditch the excuses, reach out for help, and become the change you want to see in your life and the world. If I can make the choice after where I came from in terms of poor food, soda, and alcohol consumption, YOU can too! Trust me. 💯💚✌️

Want to learn more about making changes TODAY to improve your brain’s health, remove excess body fat/weight, gain more energy, improve sleep and recovery, clear up inflammation and digestive issues, and putt cravings at bay all while worrying less about food and being less at risk for disease?

HIT ME UP 😊

-Josh P.

@joshperrybmx

Strength Training & Keto

Here’s a look into one of my strength days.

https://instagram.com/p/BmECx19nm81/

1) power cleans 3×2 light/quick followed by 3×2 heavy

2) circuit of 4 rounds:

👉🏼trap bar deadlifts x6

👉🏼landmine press 8x/side

👉🏼RFE 6x/side

👉🏼bench row 8x/side

I typically focus on strength/lifting 3 days a week and then mix in stability, HIIT, sprints, and ROM 2-3 days a week while riding BMX 4-6 days a week. I typically workout around 8am and do so in a fasted state, or a “fat-fasted” state (meaning I only consumed some fat in the form of MCT oil/ @kerrygold in my coffee).

Full body workouts are the best for stimulating lipolysis (fat burning) and mobilizing the fat.

Although you can get health and body composition benefits from a ketogenic diet, exercise helps increase the rate at which you see and feel the benefits.

Strength training specifically helps burn what’s called glycogen (stored sugar) in the muscles as well as the liver.

In order to get the solar energy production of ketones (by product of burning fat) we have to deplete the glycogen stores in the liver and muscles. A ketogenic diet and exercise is the best way to do this.

Another interesting thing to note is that when someone has a lot of belly fat to remove, there is typically a lot of fat stored in the liver that needs to be burned. This is why some may not notice too much of a change in the belly fat for some time until the liver is cleaned out.

The liver is what produces ketones once glycogen stores are deleted but it also is where fat may be deposited from a poor diet. 💚✌️

HIT ME UP 😊

-Josh P.

Josh@joshperrybmx.com

CBD

I’ve been using @purekana CBD oil for over a month now and it was probably one of the hardest times of my life when I started using it.

My younger brother passed away 5 weeks ago to a tragic gun shot accident. I started using CBD oil for its brain health potential in terms of cancer, tumors, and trauma from injuries and surgeries. I knew of its mental benefits but didn’t expect much in that department. I believe it’s really helped me not get stuck in a dark place of depression, anxiety, and stress.

No, it doesn’t get you “high”. Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of many “cannabinoids” found in the cannabis plant but unlike tetrahydrocannabidiol (THC), it has no psychoactive properties. Therefore, you don’t get “high” but can receive its natural benefits.

How it works:

👉🏼the brain, immune system, and multiple areas of the body have CBD receptors

👉🏼CBD attaches to these receptors for the byproduct of the below benefits.

Benefits:

👉🏼anti-inflammatory effects

👉🏼reduces chronic pain

👉🏼improves mental disorders

👉🏼reduces seizure risk

👉🏼suppresses cancer growth

👉🏼reduces risk of Alzheimer’s

👉🏼improves symptoms of type 1 diabetes and much more.

Want to learn more about making changes TODAY to remove excess body fat/weight, gain more energy, improve sleep and recovery, clear up inflammation and digestive issues, and putt cravings at bay all while worrying less about food?

HIT ME UP 😊

-Josh P.

Potassium

Bananas are not the only food with potassium. In fact, these foods pictured come without detrimental sugar and have quality amounts of potassium.

Bananas are full of sugar and lead to increased levels of insulin, which leads to fat storage, inflammation, hormonal imbalances, cravings, hunger, digestive complications, and more.

I used to start my day with a big banana in my protein smoothies and would experience a lot of the above mentioned issues. Once I switched the banana for an avocado, and/or practiced intermittent fasting, my body started to lean out more, I gained more sustained energy, digestion cleared up, focus increased, recovery improved, and cravings are no longer. 🙌🏼

When people are lowering their carbs and going into KETO, potassium is a critical nutrient to intake to keep from “keto flu”, basically feeling like garbage for a few days until you adapt to KETO.

These foods are a staple for me and should be closely considered if not fully adapted and loved while going KETO.

Thanks @ryanplowery for sharing this! 💚✌️

Josh@JoshPerryBMX.com

-JoshP.

Emotionally Drained

Feeling emotionally drained and mentally confused these last few weeks with the loss of my younger brother.

It’s still a work in progress but I feel guilty to enjoy my life with my little brother no longer in my life. I’ve never felt such a pain and love at the same time in my life and it’s left me confused on so many levels.

As always, BMX is always key for me to clear my mind and just focus on what’s in front of me. I’ve been surprisingly riding very well after 2 weeks off and going through the emotions of loosing my little bro.

It’s been a blessing in disguise to have @jakaremec and his father stay with me for the month, all the way from Slovenia for me to coach Jaka. We have even coaching via skype for months and this trip has been planned for a while now.

They were to arrive 6 days after my brother passed and I almost told them to not come. I’m glad I didn’t because I honestly feel as if I wouldn’t leave my bedroom, especially since @jciake I’d gone on a trip, who’s been my rock through all this and more in the past.

Danny (my little brother) was always so stoked to see me ride and was so proud of what I was able to do. His favorite trick was truck drivers, simple and classic. I know he wouldn’t want me to stop doing things I enjoy and waste my life I’m so fortunate to have, so I’m doing my best to stay moving forward.

I’ve been sharing all I’ve been learning about nutrition & keto, mindset, BMX, and fitness with Jaka and his father Alex and the results are astounding.

It’s an honor to share my life experiences and passions with others, especially the younger generations and even more dear to my heart, young BMX riders.

Thanks to everyone for the thoughts, prayers, and love for my brother. 🙏🏼❤️💚✌️

Nutritious Meal Example

Want to burn fat, protect your brain, gain more energy, or regain your focus?

It’s quite simple- eat real food that’s high in fat, nutrition, and comes with fiber.

Cut out the sugars, processed foods, alcohol, cheap vegetable oils, and high amounts of carbs until you’ve reached a place that you’re happy with and can target carb consumption for your daily needs and schedule.

Here is an example of an easy nutritious meal: Chicken leg with bone in (for added nutrient intake and collagen consumption), zucchini sautéed in grass-fed butter with spices, and a side of kraut for a healthy gut bacteria balance.

I normally add more fat to my meals in the form of avocado, olive oil, @primalkitchenfoods dressing, @chosenfoods mayo, @gardenoflife MCT oil, or some nuts (walnuts, almonds, macadamia) but I had a high fat coffee for breakfast before this meal so I balanced it out with less fat in this meal. 👌🏼

Want to chat about how we can work together to make your goals a reality, HIT ME UP. I love helping others. 💚✌️

-Josh P.

You’re Worth It

“Whoever said “you ain’t worth it”, ain’t worth it. You here for a purpose and your purpose ain’t a person.” @rowlan 💚✌️

Always stay true to your inner being and dismiss any negative influences that comes you way. If you can’t, reach out to someone that will have your back and support you.

Life’s too short to worry about anyone’s opinions other than those who love and support you with their entire being. I also have faith that these people would never turn you away so don’t ever feel like you’re alone.

No one fights alone even if you feel alone in this world. I guarantee that if you’re reading this, someone loves you because I love each and everyone of you. 💯🙏🏼❤️

-Josh P.

📸 @jciake

Gamma Knife & Keto

I was supposed to post this last week but some reality shifting events have taken place and I’ve been feeling paralyzed in how to move forward with anything in life.

My WHY, or my purpose, in life is really clear to me and now it’s magnified and has helped me cope with loosing my younger brother last week and not letting him down.

This post is to share a quick look into my journey with Gamma Knife radio treatment to treat the first 2 tumors I live with today and how 2 additional tumors in my skull led me to KETO.

WHY?

I had to research for a while to find an alternative to the path I was on and create a new outcome for my life. I’m glad I fought for what my intuition was telling me because I found Gamma Knife and a way of eating that’s changed my life in so many ways. It’s what I’m passionate about today and I plan to let the world know what I know.

It also brings to mind that no matter what you’re going through, you’re not alone. Don’t feel embarrassed, angry, alone, or afraid to reach out to chat with someone about what you’re dealing with.

Whether it’s physical or mental, I’ll always do my best to support others as much as I can and there’s plenty more people to talk with. Don’t ever feel so isolated that you think you’re alone and can’t gain support from family, friends, or even a stranger like myself. 💚✌️

-Josh P.

Broken

Growing up, all I wanted to do was ride BMX. My brother even rode for a little bit.

BMX was my escape from pain and has been many times over.

The pain I feel right now after loosing my little brother to a tragic and stupid accident that could have been prevented makes me question doing anything in life right now, including BMX.

I’ve never felt such a pain before. I don’t even think I understood how much I loved my little brother until the moment I found out his life was gone.

Danny and I always joked about future dreams and plans together to help one another, and others. It’s always been a huge passion of ours to help others.

Danny has a heart of gold and would do anything he could for his family and friends. He didn’t care what you thought of him and always owned his personality and words. You could never take that away from him.

This photo is pretty heavy for me because it shows me in an environment that Danny and I grew up in and he loved so much. It shows a part of me (BMX) that gave me so much opportunity in my life to help others that we never fathomed becoming a reality.

I know Danny was always proud of me and to be my little brother. I am so proud to be his brother and all he times we shared. I’m proud of all that he has been through in his life and to have become the man we all know and love despite the hell he’s been through.

I’m grateful to know Danny touched so many people, that I had the chance to hug him and say “I love you, bro” the last time I saw him, that I got to take him to a Bruins game as an early birthday present, that we spoke recently and got to exchange “I love you” once more, and I’m grateful that I got to see him one last time on Friday to say goodbye and let him know how much I love him. ❤️❤️

This has me questioning so many of my beliefs and actions. I feel numb yet in so much pain. I just feel broken inside and can’t even fathom doing anything I love.

I just hope you all take an opportunity to let the people you love know it and that you’re grateful for them. 🙏🏼💚✌️

-Josh P.

You Are Gone Way Too Early, Bro

I still am at a loss for words knowing my little brother is no longer with us on this earth.

A lot of emotions are coming in and out but love and gratitude for the good times we had over the last 26 years are taking priority even with how painful it is.

I am beyond grateful to have documented a quick moment in time in October with my best friend and little bro and to be able to share it with all our friends and family.

I will always love you so much, brother. We’ve had each others back from day one and I have always wanted to make you and mom proud and do what I can to take care of you.

I will forever cherish this time, along with surprising you to a bruins game and that final big bear hug you gave me as we exchanged “I love you’s” while dropping you off at the airport recently.

I will continue to work my ass off for you and whatever I do I will be taking you with me.

Love you, Danny! So much. I love you with every bit of my being and always have and always will. RIP, little bro. I miss you already. ❤️💚

-Josh P.