Author: Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN

Growing up in the Midwest, I loved spending as much time outdoors as possible. As a child, I ran around barefoot with my siblings and cousins in the fields and…

As a new mom, I have a great appreciation for the endurance event that is parenthood! Whether you are a breastfeeding mom, a stay-at-home primary caregiver, or a full-time working…

I was introduced to the concept of thru-hiking when my husband (then my boyfriend) set his sights on hiking the Colorado Trail in the summer of 2020. Our kitchen was…

As a functional nutritionist and an avid hiker, I believe food is fuel and “medicine” for optimizing endurance, stamina, and health on the trails. When we choose healthy snacks to…

The warmth of the sun on your legs, the fragrant smell of wildflowers, the exhilaration of being off the treadmill and back on the trail – summer trail running is…

I’ve been skiing since I was eight years old and backcountry skiing for nearly seven years, so when I found out I was pregnant in early fall 2024, there was…

The New Year is rapidly approaching, which means one thing is on many people’s (trail runners and non-runners alike) minds: weight loss. Many trail runners attempt to lose weight through…

What do irregular bowel movements, food sensitivities, exercise-induced loose stools, and constant bloating after meals have in common? Two things, actually! 1.) These symptoms aren’t normal and should not be…

Back in May of this year (2024), I ran the Colorado Marathon in Fort Collins, Colorado. I intended to write a race recap post shortly after the marathon, but then…

Metabolic Efficiency Testing and Metabolic Efficiency Training™ are powerful tools that empower outdoor athletes to take control of their nutrition for optimal health and athletic performance. In this blog, I’ll…