Articles about running health and nutrition topics for runners to enhance performance. These tips will make you better on and off the roads.
Here’s a news flash for you! You can get dehydrated running in cold weather. So, yes, you need electrolytes running in the winter. But why? And how much? This past weekend for my long run, I actually planned my hydration. In the winter, hydration is usually an afterthought. The temps were only in the 20s, … Read more
More and more people are taking dietary supplements these days. In fact, more than half in the U.S. take at least one. But studies show that most supplements are ineffective and a waste of money. So how can you tell if a supplement is good quality? It’s tricky. The supplement space is the wild west … Read more
Most long-distance runners know that they need to fuel their long runs with energy gels. But many runners don’t know they also need electrolyte drinks for running distances over an hour—especially in hot or humid weather. Related: Benefits of Running in Hot Weather Electrolyte drinks for runners or sports drinks can be crucial for your … Read more
Fueling well is crucial for any runner’s performance. As a pregnant runner, nutrition is even more vital. Your body is doing two remarkable and stressful things at once–running and growing a human. Here I’m going to cover all you need to know about pregnant running nutrition. Any pregnant runner knows that eating well can be … Read more
Next to injury, getting sick is a runner’s worst nightmare. And, unfortunately, as mother runners, we are being hit with illness left and right these days. First, it was COVID, then RSV, a strange surge in Hand Foot and Mouth, the flu, now it’s this cold that causes pink eye and a chronic cough…and RSV … Read more
Running can be hard on the body and it can cause imbalances and deficits that impact your overall performance and health. This is where supplements come in (along with a healthy diet and sleep!). Supplements can help you maintain a balance so that you can run and be your best. I have taken various supplements … Read more
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