When training at a pinnacle performance level, it is to be understood that this is the highest level of potential. One can achieve this in a number of ways. The right attitude and a list of components such as nutrition, exercise and metabolic conditioning are the tools you'll need. Whether you're an athlete or weekend warrior the same rules apply.
Getting your mind right
One of the most important steps to pinnacle performance is the conditioning of your mind. Just simply learning to breath properly -- try practicing diaphragmatic breaths -- brings awareness and increases concentration. Yoga is a powerful tool that can increase posture and flexibility along with mental acuity. Remember: positive thoughts produce positive actions; positive actions produce positive results.
Nutrition
In order to enhance performance, your diet has to complement the goal you are trying to achieve. Foods have to be nutrient dense, containing an adequate amount of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Vegetables play an integral part in diet, providing you with the necessary antioxidants. The USDA recommends that you obtain fresh vegetables that are in season because they don't contain any preservatives like canned veggies. Fresh vegetables are also cheaper than canned.
Exercise Training
Variety and consistency are the keys to a successful exercise program. Weights don"t always have to be the main ingredient. When it comes to performance, either athletics or activities of daily living, the training should be movement based. Using your own your own body weight is a great way to incorporate this. If your goal is weight loss, body weight exercise should definitely be in your arsenal as you will perform multiple joint movements which will utilize more muscle and expend more calories.
Metabolic conditioning
Metabolic conditioning allows you to store and deliver energy for any activity. It was once believed that only aerobic conditioning produced an increase in cardiovascular health, but research reported in the June 2003 CrossFit Journal website suggests that anaerobic conditioning may also condition the heart at the same level as aerobic conditioning. Intervals involve short bouts of high level intensity followed by a moderate level of intensity. An interval should include a warm-up followed by short high intensity bursts, then by some low to moderate intensity increments and a cool down. An interval should last anywhere between 15 to 20 minutes.
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