“And unlike most of the others in the press box, we didn’t give a hoot…what was happening on the track. We had come there to watch the real beasts perform.” – Hunter S. Thompson

Last night, as I sat down to watch the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby on television, I began to think about the similarities between horse racing and weight loss. Before you assume that I have just been kicked in the head by a rather large thoroughbred, let me explain myself. I promise I am not just horsing around here,folks. It turns out that trying to drop those extra pounds actually has quite a bit in common with the “run for the roses” that takes place at Churchill Downs every year.

And, They’re Off…

First of all, when racing horses (or trying to lose weight), it is extremely important to get off to a good start. When the bell rings, you definitely don’t want to stumble out of the starting gate. However, while a strong start is imperative, you don’t necessarily want to reach your stride too early, either. You see, a typical thoroughbred horse is capable of running only about a quarter of a mile at peak speed. So, it turns out that much of the strategy of racing is being able to ride fast without burning out too soon. The same thing is true when you are trying to drop those extra pounds. Ultimately, fad diets will not get you across the finish line. Your best bet is to eat fresh, healthy food in just the right portions. And, be sure not to skip meals! In order to keep your metabolism burning, you should eat 3 meals and 2 snacks every single day.

Now, That’s a Horse of a Different Color…

The thoroughbred horses that line up to compete in The Kentucky Derby each year are among the fittest animals you will ever lay eyes upon. Believe me, these horses have been trained and conditioned for three full years. There are over 35,000 three-year-old thoroughbred horses in the world today, and only 20 of the fastest ones get to make the trip to Kentucky. If you owned one of these premiere horses, I bet you would take excellent care of it, wouldn’t you? You would probably give your horse plenty of exercise and feed it the best food you could find. Well, why would you treat yourself any different? Instead of filling up on processed food, you should eat fresh, healthy meals made of only the finest ingredients.

Never Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth…

Training a thoroughbred is hard work. Each race horse that you see competing in The Kentucky Derby has been groomed by a team of professionals, including owners, trainers, and jockeys. Losing or maintaining weight is hard work, too. That’s why you shouldn’t do it without help. Trying to do it all on your own can be a disaster. You might even say it’s a real night mare.

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The Fresh Diet actually has a lot in common with the winner of this year’s Kentucky Derby. After all, it is a Super Saver! Believe it or not, you can treat yourself like someone in the V.I.P. section of the clubhouse on Derby Day without having to pony up that much cash. So, whether you are a stallion or a mare, jockey for position and let The Fresh Diet help you make the dash for the finish line. We’ll get you to the winner’s circle, and you’ll win by more than a nose!