Running Nutrition

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

Plant-based diets, coming in “flavors” ranging from strict veganism to a “minimal animal protein” diet, are all the rage right now. One glance at a Netflix menu these days brings…