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My 2021 Mt. Baker Trip Report

My 2021 Mt. Baker Trip Report

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN July 24, 2024 No Comments
Over the past six years, I’ve had some fantastic outdoor adventures, including five big mountaineering trips. I recently decided to begin writing “recap” posts about my mountaineering trips and other…
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My 2022 Mt. Rainier Guided Climb Trip Report

My 2022 Mt. Rainier Guided Climb Trip Report

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN July 24, 2024 No Comments
Recently, I decided to begin writing some “recap” posts about my mountaineering trips, races, and other outdoor adventures in the hopes that sharing a bit about my experiences (including the…
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What is a CNS®?

What is a CNS®?

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN May 12, 2024 No Comments
My nutrition credentials are CNS® and LDN. What do these credentials mean, and how do they differ from those of an RD (Registered Dietitian)? I am often asked this question. Read…
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Keto Backpacking: The Pros and Cons

Keto Backpacking: The Pros and Cons

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN May 8, 2024 1 Comment
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…
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Ski Mountaineering (Skimo) Nutrition

Ski Mountaineering (Skimo) Nutrition

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN February 10, 2024 No Comments
I’ve been skiing since I was 8 years old and backcountry skiing for nearly seven years. I have extensive experience fueling alpine and backcountry skiing. However, it was only this…
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Four Benefits of Creatine for Endurance Athletes

Four Benefits of Creatine for Endurance Athletes

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN January 15, 2024 No Comments
Hear the word “creatine,” and you probably envision bodybuilders grunting and lifting heavy weights in a gym, then downing a protein shake with creatine in a shaker bottle afterward. Sorry,…
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Nutrition Periodization for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Nutrition Periodization for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN January 1, 2024 No Comments
Just as your training plan changes throughout the year to support your athletic goals, so should your nutrition approach!  In your training as an outdor athlete, you likely go through…
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The Best Gluten Free Backpacking Food

The Best Gluten Free Backpacking Food

Lindsay Christensen, MS, CNS, LDN September 12, 2023 No Comments
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…
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