Keeping Nutrition Resolutions on Track
Diet has a tremendous impact on an athlete’s life. Fueling up on nutrient poor foods can short circuit hours of dedicated training.
Training Nutrition
Performance Nutrition: Is Stress Ruining Your Diet?
I recently received an email from a colleague who happens to be the CEO of a wellness consulting firm, a certified strength and conditioning coach, and a competitive runner. He said, “Lately my eating seems like it is all over…
The Endurance Athlete Weight-Gain Paradox
“My scale must be broken!” my sister screamed at me over the phone. She was frantic. “The scale must be broken, right?” She had just finished her third month of training for her first sprint triathlon, and she was not…
Sugar: Friend or Foe?
Lately sugar, which is a form of carbohydrate, has got a bad rap. But is sugar really a bad thing? Well, the answer is: it depends.
Proper Hydration – A Delicate Balance
Endurance athletes need to be mindful of proper hydration to avoid dehydration and other heat-related illnesses.
Smart Nutrition Can Enhance Muscle Strength
“I’d like to gain a little muscle.” “More muscle, hmm…, that would be good,” I agreed with the voice, and turned to find a male runner by my side. “Aren’t you that sports dietitian?” he asked, unsure of whether or…
Physiology Behind Nutrition
When it comes to eating for exercise there are several things to consider while meal planning. Carbohydrate, fat, and protein all contribute to the fuel
The Truth About Carbs: How Low Should You Go?
Spring is traditionally the time of year for endurance athletes to up their training intensity and do some serious calorie burning workouts.
Get Ready For Winter: High Performance Cold Weather Foods
Power endurance athletes train year round—no season is completely “off.” But if summer was the peak of your race season, the shorter daylight and off-season training can mean calorie requirements are 30% to 50% less than usual.
Smart Eating Beats Fatigue
How can I get more energy? Endurance athletes are by nature high-energy people. Logging miles before most people have turned on the coffee pot; their weekends are spent doing sports, not watching them. Despite an innate love of being active,…