Sports Nutrition

Why you need a sweat sodium test

Why you need a sweat sodium test

No matter your sport, where you live, or your athletic ability... we SWEAT. Some of us sweat more or less. Some of us are more salty than others. Why does it matter and why should you care?  Bottom line is that it can be a game changer.

Do these things to mess up your 70.3 triathlon, Part 2

Do these things to mess up your 70.3 triathlon, Part 2

In my previous post, I gave some nutrition-related tips to follow leading up to your 70.3 race to result in less than desirable results. Here are a few additional To Do’s to follow on race day that make for horror stories later.  Important note: This post is most definitely satirical in content.

Ironman Boulder and Ironman Anywhere

Ironman Boulder and Ironman Anywhere

I am not one to “kick someone when they’re down”, so don’t get me wrong with the intent of this blog post.  But with what I saw (and have seen at several other long course triathlon races) and what I see on social media posts, nutrition and hydration problems continue to be a sore spot for many triathletes.

Metabolic Efficiency: Friend and Certainly Not Foe

Metabolic Efficiency: Friend and Certainly Not Foe

Nutrition is a very touchy and emotional topic for many people, particularly athletes. Metabolic Efficiency Training and its nutrition strategies are commonly misinterpreted and misunderstood. Get more of the lowdown here, ya'll.

Nutrition Trials for Leadville 100 Run: The Balls

Nutrition Trials for Leadville 100 Run: The Balls

I'm less than 5 weeks out from the Leadville 100, which will be my first attempt at a 100 mile event... on foot. Since it's getting close to crunch time, I thought I should write a bit more about some experiences.  I'm a bit shy to share these things publicly, but ...

My metabolic efficiency status leading into IMCDA

My metabolic efficiency status leading into IMCDA

In my work as a Sport Dietitian, I have guided many levels of triathletes with their daily and training nutrition leading up to Ironman.  But now it’s my turn to feel the challenges of Ironman nutrition.