Nutrition

When we exercise, we lose fluids - essentially water - through increased sweating and, to some extent, labored breathing. The higher our body temperature, the more we sweat. If we wait until we are thirsty to drink water, we're ultimately waiting for our bodies to signal that dehydration is beginning to occur. Ideally, we need to implement ways of maintaining good hydration, particularly when engaging in regular running or other exercises. 
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Workouts can be tough. They leave your body feeling sore and tired, and it's hard to motivate yourself to do them again the next day. But what if there was something you could take after your workouts that would help you feel better? Something that would reduce inflammation and muscle pain.
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The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is the nation’s largest group of exercise physiologists, sports nutritionists, and a multitude of other sports medicine professionals. Each year at ACSM’s Annual Meeting, members gather to share their knowledge and latest research. Here are highlights of presentations from the 2022 meeting in San Diego that might be of interest to runners intent on improving their performance.
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If you're like most people, you probably want to stay at healthy body weight. But it's not always easy - especially if you don't know how to do it properly. In this blog post, we will discuss six tips that will help you stay at healthy body weight and feel great!
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Is oatmeal beneficial for runners?  Are steel-cut oats better than quick-cooking oats? Does oatmeal really “stick to your ribs”? And for some, “Why would any athlete even want to eat oatmeal?? It’s so gluey … yuck!  Let’s take a look at what you might want to know about this po
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If you are a runner, food acts as fuel and it plays a critical role in determining your performance and energy levels. Whether you prefer short jogging distances or you are a marathon runner, you must know the right type of food to consume, and when to eat it, in order to improve your overall performance. Check out these expert nutrition tips for avid runners.
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Question: Is beer good for runners? Answer (courtesy of running legend Jim Fixx):“Sure, if it’s the other runner drinking it!” By abstaining from alcohol, you can indeed gain an advantage […]
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Athletes have to go through tremendous mental and physical training and hardships to perform to the best of their abilities. To remain in their best shape and perform well for their team and country, they need all types of nutritional supplements and exercises that can help them.
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Peanut butter is, without a doubt, one of the most popular sports foods around. Ask runners what they eat before a marathon, and the majority will say, “Bagel with peanut butter.” Ask cyclists what they eat during a century ride, and the answer is inevitably “Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.” Assuming you are not allergic to peanut butter (PB), you might love it, but you also might have a love-hate relationship with this popular food.
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Nootropics, also known as smart drugs, are primarily used to help enhance one’s cognitive function. Essentially, it’s a class of substances believed to aid boost brain health, which can be beneficial to one’s memory, thought processes, and mood regulation.
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