FOOD FACTS
To add one pound of muscle the body needs an additional 10-14 grams of protein per day. This is equal to about two ounces of meat, poul...
14 Ways to Eat Like a Cyclist at the Tour de France
Fueling 2,000+ Miles of Grit, Power, and Precision
Ever wonder what it takes to fuel a cyclist through the Tour de France? With riders ...
Heart Healthy Oils for Runners
Liquid Gold: The Best Oils for Heart Health and Performance
As an experienced sports nutritionist, I often emphasize the importance of...
Dining Hall Dilemmas
Former Syracuse University athlete Matt Cady is a distance runner built like a linebacker. Naturally larger than his fleet-footed breth...
Hydration For The Serious Athlete
Hydration for the Serious Athlete
Proper hydration can be the difference between a strong finish and hitting the wall. Many serious ath...
Sports Drink Alternatives? 7 Healthier Picks To Power Up Your Workout
After a tough workout at the gym, many people reach for a sports drink. You know the ones; those technicolor fruit drinks, most often l...
8 Foods Athletes Must Avoid
Limit Sports Drinks
Unless you're working out or running for more than an hour, it simply isn't necessary to consume sports drinks, sa...
Best Foods for Athletes: Fuel Like a Champion!
Whether you're training for a marathon, lifting at the gym, or just staying active everyday, nutrition is key to improving energy, endu...
Study: Is Breakfast Necessary For Weight Loss?
Study says breakfast may not be necessary if your goal is to lose weight.
Is eating breakfast necessary for weight loss?
If you’re tryi...
Is Alcohol Killing Your Workout?
You’re smart enough to know that regularly downing a six-pack of beer will mess with your efforts to carve out six-pack abs. But how ba...