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ADHD and Runners: Can diet help with management?

ADHD is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or inattention. It affects 4-10% of all American children and an estimated 4.4% of adults (ages 18-44 years). ADHD usually peaks when kids are 7 or 8 years old. Some of the ADHD…
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Breakfast and Lunch: Food for Thought

Enjoyment of food should be one of life’s pleasures. Unfortunately, I counsel too many runners who scrutinize food and talk about eating nutrients (protein, carbs, and fat). They put a lot of energy into counting macros, calories and grams…
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Sports Nutrition: Hot Topics

The American College of Sports (ACSM.org) is a professional organization for sport science researchers, exercise physiologists, dietitians, doctors, and athlete care-providers Each year, at ACSM’s Annual Meeting, more than 3,000 sports…
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Power to Weight: Costs and Benefits

Lugging around excess body fat can certainly hinder athletic performance. Just notice how much harder you work when carrying a heavy bag of groceries up a flight of stairs! That said, if you are an already-lean runner who is contemplating…
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Are Delta 8 Moon Rocks Worth The Hype?

Are you curious about delta 8 moon rocks and all the fuss they have been generating? These unique cannabinoid products are quickly gaining popularity, with some people labeling them the strongest form of cannabis on the market. But what…
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Gas Station Nutrition Tips for Traveling Runners

Many runners, coaches, athletic trainers, and support crews—including parents, partners, and siblings—spend a significant number of mealtimes on the road, traveling from one running event to the next, be they training sessions, track meets,…
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