So if you follow me over on social media, you may have noticed I’ve been a bit quiet these past few days. That’s because as an extroverted introvert (someone who thrives on human interaction but also needs an ample amount of solo time to recharge), I thought I'd handle being stuck at home better than I have. That ends today with some pantry meal ideas aimed at inspiring you to get creative and make a nourishing, balanced meal with what you already have on hand!
Read MoreLet’s face it: salads can be downright boring. And difficult to adequately fuel hungry endurance athletes. But they don’t have to be. A salad can be an easy way to get in a ton of nutrients from colorful veggies and lean protein. Follow these 5 tips to build a better salad that not only provides tons of nutrition but satisfies!
Read MoreTo talk about re-hydration following a workout, it’s also important to discuss what to do pre- and during your workout to stay adequately hydrated. One of the worst experiences I’ve ever had during a race (as well as many of the clients I work with) has been a consequence of being dehydrated. No matter how long your workout, you need adequate fluids before, during and after to prevent dehydration.
Read MoreLast week I introduced you to the 3 Rs of post-workout nutrition to help optimize recovery so you can get the most out of the work you put it. We focused on repairing and rebuilding muscle with protein - probably one of my favorite topics to write or talk about. This week we focus on the other macro-nutrient essential to recovering after a workout - carbohydrates.
Read MoreProper nutrition is essential to help athletes, weekend warriors and fitness enthusiasts recover from workouts or competition. This includes appropriate amounts of carbohydrate to Refuel glycogen (storage form of carbohydrate in our muscles and the main energy source during exercise), fluids to Rehydrate, and protein to Repair the damage done to our muscle tissue; otherwise known as the 3 Rs of post workout recovery nutrition. Over the next few posts I’ll focus on each of the Rs. Up first - the one that I feel like gets the most emphasis and attention - protein.
Read MoreDo you struggle with your appetite following a hard workout? Or do you know you have to eat but even the thought of it makes you nauseous? I've been there. And trust me. You'll feel better once you do. These cookies are just the thing to munch on when you don’t have much of an appetite or need some quick fuel post workout. Enjoy!
Read MoreCitrus fruits are at their peak right now — so what better time to find new and unique ways to use them. My all time favorite? Juicy, red grapefruits from Texas. I literally can not get enough of these when they are in season. I eat them like an orange and devour them in a matter of minutes. Rich in vitamins A and C, I love their sweet, tart flavor. Unfamiliar with farro? Similar to brown rice but a bit heartier and chewier (although not gluten free), farro is a good source of protein, fiber, many of the B vitamins, zinc and iron - nutrients most endurance athletes need more of in their lives.
Read MoreLately I’ve had a lot of questions about fasted cardio and whether it’s beneficial for those trying to lose weight or for helping runners ‘tap into their fat stores’ to become more metabolically efficient. This is a tough topic and I’m generally of the mindset that we need to be adequately fueled to get the most out of workouts. But I can see the pros and cons to both. So I decided to take a deeper dive into the research to better understand the topic
Read MoreThe recipe for my famous peanut butter energy bites!
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