Hiking Nutrition

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…

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…

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…

As a sports nutrition professional, my practice differs from many others in the field. I specialize in functional nutrition, a unique approach that distinguishes my practice from conventional sports nutrition.…

Hardly a day goes by without me meeting a trail runner, ultra runner, or hiker who is struggling with gastrointestinal issues (GI) such as bloating, acid reflux, or chronic loose…

The ketogenic diet, a high-fat, very low-carb diet, has become popular as a nutritional tool for supporting healthy blood sugar control, weight loss, brain health, and, in some cases, athletic…

There are few nutrients more critical than iron for outdoor athletes! Your body requires iron to synthesize hemoglobin and myoglobin, the proteins that shuttle oxygen throughout your bloodstream and muscles,…

Injury – it’s the thing all athletes desperately want to avoid! After all, when you are injured, it is difficult if not impossible to engage in the athletic pursuits you…

Backpacking is a fantastic way to connect with nature, your friends, and your innermost self. However, if you are gluten-sensitive, eating conventional gluten-containing backpacking meals and snacks can make your…

Are you heading out the door for a hike? Fueling up properly before you leave, during your hike, and once you’ve returned to the trailhead can make a profound difference…