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Homemade Elderberry Gummies

February 17, 2020 by Chrissy Carroll 1 Comment

5 elderberry gummy bears

When winter hits, it’s important to focus on optimizing your health.  This is especially true for active folks; you want to feel great and ready to take on your training when your season starts up again.  One way to support your well-being during seasonal transitions is with elderberry*.  And with these homemade elderberry gummies, there…

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Filed Under: Health + Wellness Tips, Snacks, Wellness + Travel Tagged With: elderberry, gummies, wellness

One Word Challenge: Choosing a Guiding Word for 2020

December 29, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 6 Comments

a woman blowing confetti to celebrate the new year with a text overlay about word of the year ideas

As December winds down and we inch closer to January, it is natural to start looking forward to the new year. There’s just something about heading into a new year that feels like a renewal. It’s as though we walk through a door and firmly shut it behind us – looking forward to what awaits…

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Filed Under: Health + Wellness Tips, Wellness + Travel Tagged With: new year, wellness

Free Goal Setting Worksheets (Perfect for New Year’s Resolutions)

December 7, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 4 Comments

New years resolutions goal setting printables

Thinking about making some changes in your life?  Want to create new habits?  These free goal setting worksheets will help you do just that!  Whether you’re making New Year’s Resolutions or simply changing things up mid-year, these printables will help you. New Year’s Energy I absolutely love New Year’s time.  It just feels like a…

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Filed Under: Giveaways, Health + Wellness Tips, Wellness + Travel Tagged With: goals, new year, resolutions, wellness

Is Watermelon Fattening? The Need-to-Know Facts!

November 13, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 11 Comments

A woman slicing a piece of watermelon with a text overlay that says is watermelon fattening

Picture this:  It’s a beautiful fall day, and you and a friend just finished a nice three-mile run.  You’re about to sink your teeth into a juicy, sweet slice of watermelon…when your friend mentioned she heard watermelon might make you gain weight.  You immediately pause and wonder – is this true?  Is watermelon fattening? Let’s…

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Filed Under: Nutrition, Wellness + Travel Tagged With: nutrition, watermelon

Real Eats Review: An Honest Look at This Meal Delivery Service (+ Coupon!)

October 25, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 16 Comments

A collage of three different Real Eats meals

Have you seen ads for Real Eats meal delivery service?  Or maybe a friend told you about it and you’re thinking about giving it a whirl?  Read up on my honest experience in this Real Eats review – and find out why this is the only meal delivery service I’ve ever really loved.  Disclosure:  This…

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Is chocolate milk after workouts a big myth?

October 16, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll Leave a Comment

A glass of chocolate milk splashing

You may have seen some blog posts about using chocolate milk as a recovery drink, or perhaps your pal in your running group swears by it.  But is chocolate milk after workouts a big myth?  Or is there actual science behind this chocolatey deliciousness? Today, let’s break down why chocolate milk does in fact make…

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Filed Under: Nutrition, Wellness + Travel Tagged With: nutrition, recovery, sports nutrition

Hemp Protein vs. Pea Protein: The Plant Protein Face Off

September 15, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 4 Comments

A scoop of pea protein and hemp protein

Have you ever found yourself staring down the protein aisle of a supplement store, wondering what is best to buy?  Hemp vs. pea protein, whey protein vs. plant based protein; isolates vs. concentrates….it can be overwhelming! When it comes to protein, I’m always going to be a food first person – you can totally meet…

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Endurance Sports Nutrition Tips + Fueling Fitness with Beef, Watermelon, and Dairy!

September 4, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 2 Comments

A person running outside with a text overlay about sports nutrition tips

Last month, I hosted an in-person sports nutrition dinner – definitely one of the coolest things I’ve done as part of my business! This “Eat to Peak” dinner event gathered leading running and triathlon coaches in Northeast, along with some running influencers, to enjoy a delicious meal and delve into sports nutrition.  Of course, we…

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The Best Carbs for Runners: What, When, and How Much!

September 1, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 2 Comments

An assortment of the best carb foods for runners

Carbohydrates are always a hot topic for runners. Despite what much of the sensationalism we see villainizing carbs, they are actually super important for runners as they provide the main fuel source for energy.  Of course, carbohydrates can vary as far as the nutrients they provide – and as far as their ease of digestion…

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Filed Under: Nutrition, Wellness + Travel Tagged With: nutrition, sports nutrition, wellness

Why You Want Watermelon in Your Pre-Workout Meal

August 14, 2019 by Chrissy Carroll 1 Comment

A slice of watermelon with a text overlay about why you should eat watermelon before a workout

Looking for a natural pre-workout choice to help fuel your fitness goals?  Think outside the supplement box and look in your fridge – it’s time to try watermelon before a workout!  Everyone’s favorite summertime snack has many attributes that are beneficial for athletes, especially in the pre-workout time frame. Disclosure:  This post is sponsored by…

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