Heading into an off-season? Should you adjust how you fuel your body? Read on for 7 nutrition tips to help you optimize your off-season -- so you come back stronger, healthier and more ready than ever to tackle a new training block/goal!
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Ever wonder why you feel hungrier on a rest or recovery day? More often than not, it has something to do with how you fueled before, during and after a hard workout or long run. Under-fueling – especially on long run or hard workout days – can lead to the feeling of being ravenous on rest or recovery days because your body is essentially catching up with itself.
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On Monday (which consequently was also National Pumpkin Day) I posted some of my favorite pumpkin recipes to social media and asked which you’d most like me to share the recipe for. And here it is! These pumpkin muffins have been a go-to recipe for me so far this fall and make a great pre-workout snack or addition to my breakfast. To me they taste like fall. I hope you enjoy!
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We all need rest days. Some more than others. They help our bodies recover from the work we put in day after day as well as allow us to go harder, faster, and longer in the days following. But do we need to eat the same on a rest day as we do on a training day?
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Hands down the macro-nutrient I get asked the most questions about is protein. Some of the most common include whether or not all sources are created equal? If timing really matters? And are current recommended amounts enough to support optimal health? So for today’s blog post, I thought I’d go ahead and answer some of the most common questions I get about this important nutrient to help clear some confusion. Here goes!
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It is darn right steamy in Chicagoland today (and by the looks of things for a while to come). I don’t know about you, but when the temps creep up, the last thing I want to do is spend a ton of time cooking or eat a steaming hot bowl of pasta. But we still need to eat! Here’s a quick dinner or lunch solution that’s packed with high quality protein, carbs and flavor.
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During these unprecedented times, you may find yourself craving comfort foods. And while you may not always feel like eating them, you also need to consume nutrient rich foods (like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats) to help support your immune system so that it can operate at its best – especially if it is called upon to defend against a common cold, the flu, seasonal allergies or even the coronavirus.
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If you’ve been following me over on Instagram, then you know that I was fortunate enough to receive some Verlasso salmon in the mail this week*. I love salmon and was curious about how theirs would compare in taste and flavor to what I am used to. And I was intrigued by their sustainability story. But my husband is not much of a salmon fan. So this was going to be a true test of our relationship – because let’s face it - no one wants to be the ‘coworker cooking fish in the office kitchen’ which, given the current work-from-home situation, our kitchen has become. Well, let me tell you, it did not disappoint and there were no complaints filed with HR. So, without further ado, here are 3 reasons I am loving this salmon right now and a simple recipe for a poke bowl you can make with a couple key ingredients from your fridge and pantry.
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These pancakes are delicious treat that are easy to whip up and ready in no time. They also contain protein and carbohydrates great for post-workout recovery nutrition. Top with additional sliced banana and some walnuts for crunch and a healthy dose of good-for-you fat and you’ve got a stack that’ll stick with you and satisfy.
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