Nutrition

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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An estimated 30% to 60% of female athletes struggle with food, as do 10% to 33% of male athletes. Many of these athletes believe they are not “sick enough” to seek treatment. Others are too ashamed to ask for help. Some believe getting…
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If you've been neglecting your pre-workout food and focusing too much on your exercise routine, you will start at square one. Believe it or not, the food you eat before you hit the gym impacts your results since it boosts and assists your…
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Whether planning your snacks for a marathon or trying to upgrade your workout routine, finding the right snacks as a runner is vital to your energy levels. Your body cannot work out efficiently or heal properly if you aren’t providing the…
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You may know that being adequately hydrated is important for day-to-day bodily functions such as regulating temperature and maintaining skin health.
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Research suggests dieters tend to regain lost weight within five years, if not much sooner. This includes many joggers, runners, and elite marathoners alike who struggle to stay at a goal weight.
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When we exercise, we lose fluids - essentially water - through increased sweating and, to some extent, labored breathing. The higher our body temperature, the more we sweat. If we wait until we are thirsty to drink water, we're ultimately…
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Kratom is an herbal supplement that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years, mainly because of its ability to help people manage their stress, anxiety, and pain. It’s also been found to have other benefits, such as reducing blood…
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