Nutrition

Many runners fantasize about losing weight (“Wouldn’t it be nice to lose a few pounds…”). Unlike some athletes who have to lose weight in order to meet a specific division for their sport (such as boxers or wrestlers), runners often choose…
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Do you feel like your running stamina is holding you back from reaching your full potential? Do you dip in energy halfway through your runs, leaving you unable to keep up the needed pace and speed for a successful finish? If this sounds…
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ADHD is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or inattention. It affects 4-10% of all American children and an estimated 4.4% of adults (ages 18-44 years). ADHD usually peaks when kids are 7 or 8 years old. Some of the ADHD…
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Enjoyment of food should be one of life’s pleasures. Unfortunately, I counsel too many runners who scrutinize food and talk about eating nutrients (protein, carbs, and fat). They put a lot of energy into counting macros, calories and grams…
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The American College of Sports (ACSM.org) is a professional organization for sport science researchers, exercise physiologists, dietitians, doctors, and athlete care-providers Each year, at ACSM’s Annual Meeting, more than 3,000 sports…
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Lugging around excess body fat can certainly hinder athletic performance. Just notice how much harder you work when carrying a heavy bag of groceries up a flight of stairs! That said, if you are an already-lean runner who is contemplating…
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Many runners, coaches, athletic trainers, and support crews—including parents, partners, and siblings—spend a significant number of mealtimes on the road, traveling from one running event to the next, be they training sessions, track meets,…
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If you are among the many runners who have no idea which commercial sports foods are best to support your workouts, welcome to the club! Advertisements have led many active people—from serious competitors to anyone who breaks a sweat—to…
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We all have hydration receptors throughout our body (both within the cells and extra-cellular). These receptors ensure our bodies maintain homeostasis or equilibrium (prevent dehydration). There are many causes of dehydration including, but…
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As a runner, your diet plays an important role in your performance and overall health. Eating the right foods can help you reach peak performance while avoiding injury or fatigue.
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