It is kind of weird to think of having a relationship with food. When I think of a relationship I often think of my connections with other people. My husband, my friends, my coworkers, my boss, or my family, etc. … Continue reading →

My undergraduate degree is in kinesiology so naturally I was curious when I stumbled across the idea of Applied Kinesiology. I read some information online regarding a practitioner that used Applied Kinesiology (AK), and more specifically muscle testing to diagnose … Continue reading →

Imagine coming home in the evening after a hard workout. You are tired and hungry and the thought of making dinner is overwhelming. The aroma of a fresh cooked meal greats you as you walk … Continue reading →

The winter is a time of rest for many athletes before they start ramping up their training for spring races. For many people, including athletes, weight gain might be viewed as an acceptable part of surviving the winter months. The … Continue reading →

When I was in high school I decided I would become a pesco-vegetarian. This means I was a vegetarian that ate fish, dairy, and eggs. I was an animal lover and decided I did not want to eat meat because … Continue reading →

Understand Gluten and Avoid Jimmy Kimmel Mention the word “gluten” and you are likely to get varied opinions on the topic. Some say consuming gluten is harmful to health and should be avoided. Others say that the whole gluten-free trend … Continue reading →

All athletes have experienced dehydration. Sometimes it is mild and it is easy to recover fluid losses post training session. Some athletes have experienced more severe consequences of dehydration including the need for IV hydration after a race or needing … Continue reading →

Sick of the same old chocolate milk for recovery? Try this delicious recovery shake. Yum! Perfect Pumpkin Pie Recovery Shake.

As a registered dietitian I really like to experiment with food and be creative. Sometimes I like to create my own recipes. I am usually inspired by other recipes and I try to figure out how I can create … Continue reading →

In my previous posts I talked about the importance of eating a healthy breakfast and lunch. The dinner meal is important for recovery after an afternoon workout. If you do not train in the afternoon/evening eating a healthy dinner is … Continue reading →

Eating a healthy lunch can improve performance by ensuring you get the energy you need to make it through the day. This is especially important for an afternoon/evening workout. Try some of these fresh and easy ideas. Make a pita! … Continue reading →

For many endurance athletes the holidays fall during the off-season which means it is a time to relax and enjoy family and friends. Some athletes may take the holiday season off but it is more common to reduce the timing and … Continue reading →

Energy balance: Energy balance is an obvious but delicate equation. If a person is eating 100 calories more each day than they burn then they have a potential to gain ten pounds in a year. The opposite is true for … Continue reading →

A healthy diet includes a variety of fruits and vegetables which are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Fruits and vegetables are also low in calories and high in fiber. Eating fruits and vegetables instead of high fat or … Continue reading →

We all know that coffee wakes you up in the morning and gets us through the afternoon slump. Have you ever noticed feeling an extra boost during a morning workout after drinking a cup of Joe? Caffeine is considered a … Continue reading →

The majority of the vitamin D we need is synthesized when the sunlight triggers a reaction in your skin. This time of year most people are covered up to keep warm in the cold weather. In addition, in many states the sun … Continue reading →

Many athletes are going gluten-free (GF) because they are either gluten intolerant or have celiac disease. Some athletes believe that following a gluten-free diet has performance enhancing advantages. Gluten free athletes include Drew Brees(NFL quarterback), Desiree Ficker (pro-triathlete), and the … Continue reading →