Now, don't get me wrong, it wasn't all easy going. There were definite bumps and setbacks along the way, but what I noticed with Karen is that she didn't let those derail her, she simply asked for help, we found a solution, and kept moving forward. Slowly, you could see and feel the change happening. She was sleeping better, had more energy for workouts after a long shift at the hospital, and had more confidence that her nutrition was SUPPORTING her, rather than being a limitation.
Read MoreOnce I started paying attention to my nutrition--things changed.
Read MoreWhen I tell you I was so sick of chicken by the end of the season, I didn’t even want to think about it during the off season. The same thing happened to my brother while bulking for football season. Ask him his thoughts about chicken, broccoli, and rice these days and he’ll tell you he still can’t stand the combination.
Read MoreA play-by-play of a day of competition. All the details, nutrition pieces, emotions, and moments I can remember. Come along for the walk down memory lane.
Read MoreSurgery is taxing on the body. The unfortunate truth is that many athletes are going to have one, if not more, serious surgeries as a result of their training and competition. So… let’s talk about how we can utilize nutrition to help heal and begin the road to recovery.
Read MoreWhile this isn’t quite at Colorado level (5,280 feet), for me, coming from Ohio (elevation ~ 650 feet), it has made for quite an adjustment. So let’s discuss how to prepare, nutritionally for a trip/training/competition at altitude.
Read MoreGymnastics has been my life since I was 9 years old, and from the early years, it was drilled into my head that gymnasts were small and skinny. Although I was very successful, I battled this stigma for my entire career.
Read MoreLet’s just say… I don’t think “nutrition” is exactly top of mind when my friends and family think of me. When it comes to food, I’m probably better known for my willingness to eat just about anything or my eagerness for a feast.
Read MoreSo don’t make our mistake, the next time you sign up any endurance event, in addition to that training plan, come up with, and practice a plan for your race day fueling!
Read MoreI played college basketball for 4 years and now work as a speech therapist. I have been gluten free since my junior year in high school, and I wanted to share some of the barriers and successes I have experienced as an athlete with Celiac disease.
Read MoreI will be the first to admit that I never fully mastered my nutrition as a basketball player, but one thing I remembered from college nutrition talks is the idea that nutrition looks different for everyone. What I hadn’t yet realized was how different nutrition would look for me – the same person – across each activity that I engaged in
Read MoreWhat is pre-workout? Should you be taking it? How much caffeine should I drink? Is it a banned substance? All these questions and more, answered.
Read MoreSo, how can I be sure I am staying hydrated even in the cold? I need to have a plan. But first, let’s discuss the basics of hydration, and why it’s so important.
Read MoreI learned about gut health during my 6+ years of nutrition education and internship, but I’ve noticed that over the past few years it has gotten more and more popular, and recently it’s popularity has exploded as people have started to learn just how powerful and impactful the health of the gut is.
Read MoreThis past week we heard stories from three athletes. A struggling track star turned elite triathlete, a dancer who found her calling in endurance events, and a wrestler who has had to work hard to get his nutrition habits back on track after a grueling athletic career
Read MoreNutrition was an after thought for most of my life. Growing up in a family of four boys, me being the youngest, I usually took what was left and went on my merry way. I now feel sorry for my mom as there were plenty of fist fights and arguing between everyone at the dinner table!
Read MoreI was ready to put my physical and mental fortitude to the test, but there was one burning question that was top of mind: What do I eat?
Read MoreIt just goes to show how powerful nutrition is not only for your physical health, but mental and emotional health as well. We are living in an age of evolving science and nutrition so I encourage you to use that to your advantage, and with the RIGHT guidance and support, you really can achieve your dreams.
Read MoreWhat are they? Do you need them? Where do I start? I am here to help answer all of these questions and more.
Read MoreWe are almost one week into the New Year, and for many, their resolutions are already proving to be more difficult to keep than anticipated. The most popular New Year Resolutions every year tend to be: weight loss, to eat healthier, and/or exercise more. It makes sense, especially in today’s world, that health and wellness is on the forefront of everyone’s mind.
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