Wondering if your diet can help support your immune system? Curious about the impacts of exercise? Learn more about the complex relationship between food, supplements, exercise, and your immune system – and the steps you can take to support your body’s well-being. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by NOW Foods. As always, all opinions are…
Collagen vs. Whey Protein: What’s the Difference + Which is Better?
This article was written by Emma Falconer, a Registered Dietitian with expertise in sports nutrition. If you’ve been browsing the supplement shelves debating between collagen vs. whey protein – you might be wondering which is the right option for you. Whey has unquestionably been the ‘gold standard’ choice to build muscle. But as the…
Salt Tablets for Runners: Do You Need Them?
Salt tablets for runners can be a useful addition for fueling a big race – but they’re not always needed. Learn why some runners can benefit from the additional sodium, and how salt plays a role in our physiology during running. Disclaimer: This post has been reviewed by Chrissy Carroll, Registered Dietitian. It is for…
20 Healthy Toast Toppings for the Best Morning Meal
These healthy toast toppings are perfect for a nutritious morning meal! When I think back to being a kid, a slice of white bread with butter with cinnamon and sugar was about as special a slice of toast there was. But in the last few years, toast has taken a turn! Gone are the days…
Teriyaki Cauliflower
Need something new to try for dinner this week? Add this teriyaki cauliflower to your menu! Breaded cauliflower is baked until crisp, tossed in teriyaki sauce, then baked again for a perfectly flavored takeout-style entrée. What you’ll need You’ll only need a handful of ingredients to throw this together – here’s an overview of what…
10 Crazy Interesting Swimming Facts You Probably Never Knew
Whether you are new to swimming or swam for decades, you’ve probably never heard these 10 crazy interesting swimming facts! From how strokes got invented to when swimming really started as a sport, read up on these fun facts so you’re ready to pounce on the answers when you finally get a swimming question at…
Easy Air Fryer Beef Roast
This air fryer beef roast is a delicious main course for your holiday – or anytime! – dinner. You only need a few simple ingredients to create this flavorful roast, with a tasty rosemary crusted outer layer and a flavorful protein-rich interior. Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative, a subcontractor…
Proper Breathing While Swimming: Everything You Need to Know
Breathing while swimming is one of the most difficult skills to master as a triathlete or distance swimmer. If you have trouble figuring out how to breathe in freestyle, this guide provides a complete breakdown on how to breathe properly, how often, and drills to improve breathing. As a tri coach, I love guiding athletes…
Your Guide to Jogging for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Start Running
If you’re thinking about starting to run for exercise, you may feel a little overwhelmed. Rest assured, this guide to jogging for beginners will help you start pounding the pavement safely and successfully. Jogging is a powerhouse of an exercise that will help you feel healthier and fit! Learn all about the benefits of jogging,…
10 Best Virtual Thanksgiving Runs for 2020!
This year has been a strange one for sure, and as a runner, it’s certainly been a bit disheartening to not be able to race in person. But let’s try to look at the positive and embrace the many virtual options out there – including these ten awesome virtual Thanksgiving runs! Lace up those sneakers…