Winter miles bring summer smiles. Unfortunately, in much of the world, winter is a time of gloomy skies, cold, ice, snow, and in turn a dip in motivation not only to train but sometimes in everyday tasks. Getting out of … Read More
Sleep: The Hidden Advantage For Performance, By Ashley Reaver, MS, RD, CSSD
Athletes are always looking for a way to improve their performance. Whether it’s an updated bike, a different fueling strategy, or a new coach, athletes are willing to invest their money in things that could lead to a better outcome. … Read More
Nutrition and Training During COVID-19, by Susan Kitchen, MPH, RD, CSSD
Just a few days ago, Dr. Deborah Birx, the White House coronavirus response coordinator, announced that, “the next two weeks are extraordinarily important. This is the time to avoid shopping at the grocery store and pharmacy and do everything you can … Read More
Realistic Strategies for Weeknight Meals, By Ashley Reaver, MS, RD, CSSD
Getting food on the table during hectic weeknights can be a challenge. In an ideal world, we’d all be able to set aside a few hours over the weekend to make a list, head to the grocery store, and prepare … Read More
Why Diets Fail, By Katie Elliott, MS, RD
Introduction According to Business Wire, the weight loss industry in the United States is worth $72 billion. From commercial diet center chains to meal replacement products, the diet industry is big business. Yet most diets fail. In fact, most people gain … Read More
Fueling for Winter Training, by Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD
Each chunk of the season comes with its own challenges and opportunities. For endurance athletes, winter is often the time of year for long, slow, distance endurance miles, strength training, and indoor trainer or treadmill workouts. Proper nutrition and fueling … Read More
Tips to Help You Get a Better Night Sleep, By Brad Krause
Even when you’re careful about making healthy choices throughout the day, it’s all too common for many of us to struggle with getting a good night’s rest. This can happen to anyone. Athletes in particular tend to have a higher … Read More
Ten Tips To Help You Benefit From Your Fitness Routine, By Marni Sumbal, MS, RD, CSSD
10 ways you are sabotaging your fitness routine. Breaking news: regular exercise is good for your physical and mental well-being. Okay, you probably already knew this. Research has shown that daily exercise comes with a long list of health benefits: promoting better … Read More
Offseason Nutrition, by Kristen Arnold MS, RDN, CSSD
The pursuit of athletic performance is an all-year commitment. The offseason is a time to reflect and relax but cannot go neglected. This time is an important part of the season to achieving athletic goals. Successful athletes look at the … Read More
In The Spotlight – Meghan Fillnow
We have been following Kelly Fillnow’s twin sister Meghan for a few years. Meghan is quite an accomplished athlete and has been making herself widely known in the ironman competitions during 2019. Meghan (NAFC, USAT, and RRCA certified) grew up … Read More