The top 9 things you need to know to create a running nutrition plan and increase performance. Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, relieve stress, and challenge yourself both mentally and physically. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting your...
Fueling during a marathon is tricky, but your performance will undoubtedly reach new heights once you nail your marathon nutrition plan. Throw plant-based eating into the mix and you may feel completely overwhelmed with fueling for a marathon. The good news is...
Anyone participating in an Olympic distance triathlon needs a good nutrition plan. Although training your muscles is crucial to performance, you can't perform at your best without a proper triathlon fueling plan. As a sports dietitian, I've helped hundreds of athletes...
What should you eat for dinner the night before a marathon so that you don't have any stomach issues? The ultimate guide to the pre-race dinner. Before you embark on 26.2 miles, there's one last thing to consider-- the pre-race dinner. What you eat the night before...
A comprehensive guide to fueling before, during and after a half marathon. Plant-based foods that will help you PR in your next race and foods to avoid! Preparing for a marathon is no easy task. Not only is training important for performance, but so is nutrition. ...
Whether you're a new runner or a seasoned runner trying to PR, choosing the right foods the night before and the morning of a 5k can make or break your performance. Estimated reading time: 9 minutes The 5k is an exciting experience for many new runners. It's also a...
These 17 pieces of clothing will keep you warm when running in the winter. Everything from leggings to jackets to hats to gloves! This post includes affiliate links. If you purchase anything in this post, I will receive a small commission. Living in New York means I’m...
How runners can develop mental toughness and strength for a marathon. These 8 expert-approved tips will help you build confidence on your way to 26.2. Mental toughness can often feel like something you’re born with or you’re not. In reality, keeping your cool during a...
Find out 5 reasons to get a DEXA Scan, including how it can help you target your muscle training and track your progress. And is it a more accurate measure of health than BMI? Disclosure: I received a complimentary DEXA Scan in exchange for this review. I was not...
Use this free 10-week half marathon training plan to finally run a half marathon in less than 2 hours! Breaking the 2-hour half marathon is something that many runners dream about, and it's a goal I've been chasing for quite a while. To run a sub 2-hour half marathon,...
Whether you're from New York or coming from out of town, these are the 10 races you should try to run at least once in your lifetime! As an avid runner and lifelong New Yorker, I’ve run over 35 races in New York City. As a matter of fact, I’ve participated in almost...
(This post contains affiliate links. I was not compensated to write this review, and all opinions are my own). You probably have that friend who ran track in high school and crushes a 7-minute mile. That’s definitely not me. My running career began at the age of 30,...
The ultimate guide to carb loading for your next marathon, half marathon or triathlon for maximum energy levels. If you’re gearing up for a marathon or any type of long-distance race, you’ve probably heard that carb-loading can help maximize performance. But...
Sport drinks are a combination of fluid, carbs and electrolytes. These homemade versions utilize fluid and electrolytes (potassium) from coconut water, as well as carbs from fruit juice and/or honey or maple syrup and a dash of sodium from salt. All of these recipes...
You’re scrolling through your social media feed and you see a picture of a woman with perfect abs and a headline that goes something like this, “How This Fitness Blogger Lost 50 Pounds By Transforming Her Lifestyle”. Obviously you click through, looking for the simple...
If you live in the Northeast (or anywhere with a winter), you don't need me to tell you that exercising in the winter can be a struggle. When the sun goes down at 4:30pm and the temperature is below freezing in the morning, it makes it difficult to stay motivated to...
Running the TCS NYC Marathon was an incredible experience that I will never forget. To give a simple recap of the race would not do justice to this once in a lifetime running adventure. Instead, I’m sharing the 15 things I'll never forget about the NYC Marathon....
The 9 best things to do the week leading up to your marathon to nail your nutrition and run your best race ever. Table of contents1. Rest your legs2. Carb load3. Organize your cheerleaders4. Put your name on your shirt5. Pack your pre-race (disposable) bag6. Pack your...
Follow these simple tips to avoid weight gain while marathon training. Marathon training makes you feel like you can conquer the world. You test your physical and mental strength, willpower and determination on a daily basis, and you have every right to feel like a...
I won't sugar coat it...running 18 miles by yourself is crazy and has its ups and downs (literally). The thought of conquering 18 miles still gives me anxiety, but it's a necessary evil of marathon training. Regardless of the anxiety, I did it and I had many...
Stop those annoying pains in your side while running with these actionable tips. Never get a running cramp again! Most runners have felt that dreadful pain in their side. I actually had a cramp during my last half marathon, and it wouldn't go away no what I did. I had...
Running your first marathon? These 9 tips will help you conquer the training, understand the nutrition, remain injury free and soar through 26.2! Running your first marathon induces a whole list of emotions--exhilaration, anxiety, excitement, nervousness,...
Avoiding these foods before a run can stop stomach issues before they start. Every runner has felt the nagging pain of abdominal cramps during one of their runs. More often than not, nausea, diarrhea and all the other unpleasant GI issues that runners face are a...
Use these beginner tips to start running at any age or activity level. Get into running shape and run your first race! I started running at the ripe old age of 30. Trying a new sport as a full-grown adult is not easy. Every training step takes thought, energy and...
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