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Enhance Your Running with Strength Training
Running is a fantastic way to stay fit and challenge yourself. But if you want to improve your performance and reduce your risk of injury, adding strength training to your routine is a smart move. I’ve found that combining running with targeted strength exercises makes a big difference. In fact, I attribute my success with running in my 40s to a consistent strength training routine. It helps build and maintain muscle, improve endurance, and boost overall running efficiency. I

Katie Kissane
Oct 287 min read
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The Protein Paradigm in Endurance Sports
This article is all about the basics of protein for endurance athletes.

Katie Kissane
Jul 2310 min read
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How To Plan Your Race Day Nutrition Strategy
Race day nutrition and fueling has been a hot topic in the media recently. This is not because it is a new concept, but the topic of...

Katie Kissane
Mar 2611 min read
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Endurance Athletes and Weight Loss
counting calories and weight loss I recently had the privilege of talking about weight loss for endurance athletes during a Facebook Live...

Katie Kissane
Jan 2514 min read
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Finding my passion for running (again)
Now that a new year has just begun, I find myself reflecting on this past year and how far I have come with my running in just one year....

Katie Kissane
Jan 48 min read
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Transitioning to a Master's Runner
What I am doing differently now that I am a Masters runner Some days I can't believe I am in my 40s and this has involved a little bit of...

Katie Kissane
Aug 9, 20246 min read
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Greek Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) Chicken Gyros
Instant pot Greek chicken Gyros 3 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 large onion 9 garlic cloves 3 tbsp olive oil 1 tablespoon...

Katie Kissane
Mar 18, 20211 min read
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New Mexico Chile Chicken Tacos with Poblano and Tomatillos
New Mexico Chile Chicken with Poblano and Tomatillos This is such an easy recipe and is great for a week night meat. The prep time may...

Katie Kissane
Feb 18, 20212 min read
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Beat the 3 pm Slump
When you are feeling sluggish what do you typically reach for to perk you up? Is it an energy drink, a can of soda, or chocolate bar?...

Katie Kissane
Feb 17, 20215 min read
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Baked fish nuggets with oven sweet potato wedges
For a satisfying and healthy alternative to fish sticks or even fish and chips, this is a great recipe to try. I made this recipe a few...

Katie Kissane
Feb 17, 20213 min read
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Easy Pineapple Ginger Chicken (pressure cooker/instant pot)
Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken from Frozen Chicken When you are busy and forget to thaw the chicken. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds or...

Katie Kissane
Feb 15, 20212 min read
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Fueling for your ironman (or ultra-distance event) post-bariatric surgery. It is not easy.
Many people find a new or renewed passion for fitness and sport after they have had a bariatric surgery. I have clients that participated...

Katie Kissane
Feb 11, 20216 min read
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When Fueling for Performance Becomes an Obsession
I was recently interviewed for by Jared of eatingenlightenment.com for his podcast and blog. Jared is an intuitive eating counselor and...

Katie Kissane
Mar 28, 20204 min read
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5 Real Food Workout Snacks
Choose a workout snack that not only fuels you for a great workout but also is packed full of nutrients. Many athletes reach for...
Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD
Nov 22, 20193 min read
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Nutrients That Support Your Immune System
The immune system is a complex and dynamic system and has an extremely important function as the body’s defense against pathogens,...

Katie Kissane
Feb 5, 20194 min read
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Determining your Energy Needs
Determining your Basal Metabolic Rate To determine your calorie level it is helpful to start with your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) also...

Katie Kissane
Jul 4, 20183 min read
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Alcohol and Athletic Performance
Alcohol does have an impact on athletic performance, but the effect depends on the quantity consumed, genetics, demographics, and...

Katie Kissane
May 5, 20183 min read
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Are Supplements Necessary?
We live in a world of instant gratification where there is an expectation that we can hack our way into fitness, health, performance, or...

Katie Kissane
Apr 19, 20185 min read
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Athlete's Plate- Easy Training Day
This picture is for a very eating training day or rest day. During the season it is recommended that athletes use the moderate or hard...

Katie Kissane
Oct 31, 20171 min read
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Fight Inflammation with Your Fork!
Inflammation is a risk factor for many chronic illnesses, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, and diabetes. There are two types of...

Katie Kissane
Oct 31, 20173 min read
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