Endurance Athlete Nutrition Plan: How to Fuel Training, Avoid Bonking, and Actually Feel Strong
Struggling with fatigue or bonking? This endurance athlete nutrition plan explains how to fuel training, recover faster, and improve performance.
Is the New Food Pyramid Right for Me?
Is the New Food Pyramid Right for Me?
By Barbara Lewin, RDN, LDN
The food pyramid has changed many times. Each update claims to be ...
How Ultra-Processed Foods Really Impact Athletic Performance
How Ultra-Processed Foods Really Impact Athletic Performance
Fueling Convenience Instead of Performance
By Barbara Lewin, RDN, LDN
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Should I Exercise When I’m Sick?
When you’re sick, pushing through workouts often does more harm than good. This article explains how to decide when light movement is okay, when rest is essential, and how to return to training without losing progress.
8 Common Myths in Sports Nutrition
Athletes are constantly bombarded with nutrition advice, much of it outdated or misleading. In this article, a sports nutritionist and functional dietitian breaks down eight common sports nutrition myths that can quietly hurt performance, recovery, and energy, and explains what actually works.
Gut Health for Athletes
Your gut isn’t just for digestion-it’s a powerhouse that affects energy, recovery, and even performance. Athletes who support their gut with the right foods, timing, and routines can boost endurance, reduce fatigue, and feel stronger day to day. In this article, I share expert tips from my work as a sports nutritionist and functional dietitian to help you fuel your body from the inside out.
How Should I Adjust My Carbohydrate Intake On Heavy Training Days Versus Taper and Rest Days?
Find out how to match your carbohydrate intake to your training load. Learn when to eat more carbs for hard workouts and when to cut back on rest days to support energy, recovery, and weight management.
How Can a Sports Nutritionist Help Me Achieve My Race Weight Without Losing Power
Achieving race weight without losing power is possible with the right strategy. A sports nutritionist helps you optimize body composition, protect lean muscle, and match your fueling to your training so you stay strong, fast, and fully energized. With targeted adjustments to nutrition, timing, and recovery, you can improve your power to weight ratio safely and get the most out of every workout.
How Much Carbohydrate Do I Need Per Hour During a 3-Hour Bike Race?
Wondering how much carbohydrate you need per hour during a 3-hour cycling race? Discover targeted fueling strategies to maintain energy, optimize performance, and delay fatigue on the bike. Perfect for endurance cyclists aiming for peak results
What Should I Look for in a Sports Nutritionist for a Triathlete (Ironman or 70.3)?
What Should I Look for in a Sports Nutritionist for a Triathlete (Ironman or 70.3)?
Training for a long-course triathlon requires more...