Sports Nutrition

Life as an athlete is hard. Life as an athlete who’s time competing comes to an end is HARDER. For most athletes, everything you do is to get better at your sport. Every time you step into the weight room or run a mile you usually aren’t just doing it for yourself. You are doing […]

Nutrition is essential for fueling your body and exercise. Knowing what to eat before and after a workout, in addition to regular meals throughout the day, can help. The right choices can help you feel more energized, increase stamina, and boost brain function during your workout. Well-fueled exercise can also help your body recover quicker, […]

By Ashley Dimon, Dietitian & Sports Nutrition Volunteer Is there a chance that you are over-training and under-eating? Consider the following. Are you constantly thinking about food? Do you often feel tired or irritable? Do you often have stress fractures or injuries that won’t heal? Hair loss? Irregular or loss of your menstrual cycle? These […]

No time for post-workout recovery snacks? Think again! Here are 5 quick and easy post workout shakes ideas to aid in your post-workout recovery by boosting your energy and protecting your muscles. Why Post Workout Shakes? Post workout shakes offer a myriad of benefits that can significantly your health. These convenient and easily digestible shakes […]

By Lexi Moriarty, MS, RD, CSSD & Ashley Dimon, Sports Nutrition Volunteer Depending on your circles, you may’ve heard low energy availability (LEA) RED-s (relative energy deficiency in sport), but you may not be sure exactly what they mean. So, I want to take a few minutes to break it down for you here! Here […]

By: Ashley Dimon, Sports Nutrition Volunteer Over the past few years, the interest in vitamin D in foods and as a supplement has really picked up! Vitamin D plays an important role in calcium absorption. It supports bone health by keeping bones strong while also reducing the risk of stress fractures. It also plays an […]

Looking to incorporate more plant-based foods into your diet?  Although a great idea, diets high in plant-based foods can sometimes lack enough protein. The average diet should include anywhere from 1.0-2.0 gm protein/kg body weight. Check out our 5 favorite plant-based protein sources for a nutritious diet high in protein, vitamins, and minerals. 1.) Chia […]

Topping off your “energy tank” right before your workout can improve endurance, mood, and intensity and, in the end, improve results. Are you running from school or work to your workout, not sure of whether to grab something in between? Check out our top 5 favorite pre-workout snacks:​ Best Pre-Workout Snacks What About Pre-Workout Drinks? […]