Self-Sabotage in Running: Why You Keep Getting in Your Own Way (and How to Break the Cycle) Have you ever had one of those weeks where you feel so sure you are “back on track”… and then suddenly you are not? You miss a run. You skip...
It's the single most important thing you can do to save time, money, and stress when it comes to healthy eating...meal planning!
Congratulations! You've signed up for your very first half-marathon! Proper preparation is key for crushing your half-marathon race, whether it's your first, second, or 20th! This includes having a plan for your training and your nutrition, as well as making time for adequate rest and recovery. In...
Have you ever noticed that sometimes you feel sluggish on your run, even when you slept the same amount and ate the EXACT same thing you did the other day? This may be due to your hormones and your menstrual cycle! For anyone with a menstrual...
Curious about running and your hormones?
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.
Did you know an estimated 70% of runners have experienced GI issues or 'tummy troubles' while training or competing?
70-f******* percent!
While 'runner's diarrhea' is generally thought to be the "worst" symptom to experience, GI symptoms during exercise can include nausea, vomiting, cramps, bloating, or burping. For some of us symptoms are relatively minor, or only occur if we know we messed up (like if I were to say, eat a cheeseburger and fries before heading out for a run!). For other runners, GI symptoms can be mysterious, frustrating, and debilitating. They can also affect runners at all levels, from newbies to elites. So, if you struggle with GI issues during running, you're not alone!
In this article I'm breaking down the various causes of GI distress while running, from top right to er, bottom. I'll also be sharing my tips and strategies on how to train your gut to avoid these annoying and performance killing symptoms!
Are you finally getting back to your regular fitness routine after a the long covid gym drought? Wondering how your diet should change after maybe being less-than-consistent with your nutrition over the past few months? Check out these top tips for nailing your nutrition by my guest blogger, Nutrition Student Presly Walker!