Need a holiday gift for that runner in your life? Well, you’ve come to the right place! From one runner to another I’ve compiled a list of gift ideas that any runner is sure to love.
Whether it’s a practical gift that will help improve their running or something to just help them run in style, I want to help you find the perfect gift for the holiday season (or any occasion for that matter!). Great gifts for runners can range in price from stocking-stuffer size all the way up to a few hundred bucks. On this list you’ll also find some great custom gift ideas!
Fall is finally here! And what better way to celebrate than with a collection of recipes that include your fall food staples like pumpkin, apple, sweet potato, and butternut squash.
We all know that proper fuelling is key to improving performance. So I’ve put this fall inspired collection of recipes together that is perfect for athletes like yourself!
It includes pre workout meal ideas high carbs to help fuel your body before a run, and post workout meal ideas full of carbs and packed with protein and fibre to keep you full for hours and properly refuel.
Not only are these recipes delicious, but super easy to follow and perfect for batch prepping. From quick and simple meals to slow cooker meals and sheet pan dinners, these fall recipes are sure to keep you warm and cozy!
Check out each recipe linked below!
Apple Cinnamon Protein Oatmeal
Nothing beats a warm bowl of oatmeal on a cold morning! Spice up your oatmeal with this high protein oatmeal recipe!
Butternut squash is one of the many foods that scream fall. It’s also full of plant based protein! Pair it with some bread or pasta for a balanced post workout meal!
What’s better than walking through the door after a busy day to a nutritious meal ready to eat!? That’s why slow cookers are the best. This chili is made with ground turkey, but can also be made vegetarian by swapping the turkey for an extra can or two of beans!
This sheet pan dinner recipe is small on effort, but big on flavour! And perfect for batch prepping so you have leftovers to get you through a few more busy weekdays!
This pasta salad is great for meal prepping! You’ll have lunch ready to go all week. It’s full of carbs and veggies, and the cranberries give the perfect amount of sweetness!
A few months ago I was playing around with my Garmin Connect app, and found their Garmin Coach platform. This offering through the Garmin Connect app describes itself as “Having a pro running coach on your wrist”. With it, you can set a race goal, whether to just complete your race or finish with a specific time goal. From there it creates a running program to get you to your goal. This includes a weekly schedule different types of training runs, suggestions for pace, and additional content in the form of written articles and videos.
Curious about how omega-3’s might impact your athletic performance?
If you keep up with the latest nutrition news, you’ve probably heard of omega-3 fatty acids and some of the health benefits that come along with them. Omega-3s are widely known for their association with brain and heart health. However, they can also have a considerable impact on athletic performance and recovery!
We all know the importance of staying hydrated while being active. But, sometimes hydrating with plain water isn’t enough! Electrolyte drinks can be a great way to both rehydrate and replace lost electrolytes when you’re doing those long training sessions, or working in extreme heat.
Easy running is a critical but often overlooked part of becoming a stronger, faster runner. And, to be fair it isn’t hard to understand why. It doesn’t make a lot of logical sense that running SLOWER allows us to eventually become FASTER at running. Practice usually makes perfect, right? So, shouldn’t we practice running fast if we want to get better at running fast?
You’ve probably heard by now that hormones are responsible for regulating all of the processes that occur within our bodies. That includes regulating when we’re hungry, how well we sleep, and where we’re more likely to store fat. Since hormones regulate everything that we do, there is lots of potential for things to go wrong! The truth is, we’ve all probably suffered from some degree of hormone imbalance over the course of our lives. This blog will focus on the major hormones that regulate our appetite, body composition, and ability to recover from exercise. You will learn their function, signs of imbalance, and what you can do to help support balanced hormones, naturally!
Do you ever wonder if you’re eating the right foods to maximize the benefits from your workout sessions? If you struggle with nagging injuries, constant fatigue, or find it difficult to put on muscle, there may be ways you can improve your diet. This article will outline fueling strategies you can utilize to optimize exercise performance and recovery.
