Disclosure: This is a sponsored blog; while the views expressed here were genuinely mine, consideration was paid to me by Bays English Muffins to review this product. What’s up fellow fit friends?! I’ve been in the best mood the past few weeks because training is starting to ramp up a bit for my summer races. …
Nutrition
Boston Marathon Expo with KIND + Answers to Your Running Nutrition Questions!
Disclosure: I was compensated by KIND to perform mini running nutrition sessions at the Boston Marathon Expo. As always, all opinions expressed here are my own. Did ya’ll watch the Boston Marathon on Monday? We were lucky enough to find a live stream in another language (since we couldn’t get access to the normal free…
Hydration During Exercise: Tips for Runners and Triathletes!
Hydration is important for everyone, but especially for runners and triathletes. On an everyday basis, the water you drink moistens tissues (like those of the eyes and mouth), lubricates joints, maintains the correct body temperature, prevents constipation, and more. And during training and events, proper hydration helps reduce the risk of two undesirable situations –…
What causes muscle cramps? The answer may surprise you…
Most athletes – at one time or another – have experienced muscle cramps. Whether it happens out on the course or comes as a “charlie horse” while resting later, it’s never a fun experience. So what causes muscle cramps? If you scour the internet, you can find tons of anecdotal stories – most related…
Should you drink coffee before workouts? It may depend on your genes.
Most of you runners and triathletes probably know that caffeine is widely accepted as a performance enhancer. Though the jury is still out on the exact mechanism, it is believed that caffeine functions in several ways related to endurance performance. It likely has a role reducing perception of fatigue by impacting certain receptors in the…
Is the ketogenic diet good for runners and triathletes?
The ketogenic diet has been everywhere these days in the media, from pro athletes to health bloggers and beyond. If you take a look at Google Trends, you can see that it’s really exploded in popularity over the last year. But when it comes to the science, does this diet hold up? I’m hoping I…
How runners can fit in more strength training + nutrition tips for your workouts!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Clif Bar & Company for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. I feel like most people in this world naturally gravitate towards either cardio or strength training. I know for me, I’m 100% a cardio girl. I can happily go run for an hour…
How to lose weight effectively while training for road races & triathlons
Picture this: you’re training for your next long distance road race or triathlon. You’ve got a great training routine planned out and you’re following it to the letter. You think to yourself with all that training, you’ve got to be losing a few extra pounds. Yet you step on the scale and to your dismay,…
Homemade Natural Electrolyte Drink
A homemade natural electrolyte drink is a perfect choice for active folks who need to replenish fluids, electrolytes, and carbohydrates! Disclosure: This post is sponsored by ALDI. As always, all opinions are my own and I only partner with brands I believe in. I don’t know about you, but I’m happy that we are…
3 Essential Tips for Running in Hot Weather
That thermometer is rising, and with the high temperatures come a few extra considerations for running or triathlon training! Learn three essential tips for running in hot weather that will have you safely pounding the pavement this summer. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying…