What to Eat Before a Race: Best Carbs for Performance and Digestion
One of the biggest questions runners have when increasing is what to eat before a race. Whether it’s before, during, or after a run there are a lot of factors…
Thirteen Vegetables for Runners to Recover Faster And Stay Healthy
Running is an amazing way to improve your overall health, from increased muscle to bone density to a healthier heart. But of course, if you’re going to do it regularly,…
Protein Timing for Weight Loss and Muscle (Runners Listen Up!)
Does the timing protein for fat loss or muscle building really work? What you need to know about protein intake to optimize your results and reach your goals.
18 Healthy High Protein Dairy Free Meals for Runners
Changing your eating habits is daunting. Checkout these healthy high protein dairy free meals to begin finding ways to make the change.
Kara Goucher’s Runners Pizza (Under 30 Minutes!)
If you’ve been looking for a pizza recipe that’s healthy and tasty, then this runner’s pizza recipe is exactly what you need! It’s made with whole wheat naan flatbreads and…
High Protein Pumpkin Muffins (Vegan and Gluten-Free Recipe!)
Why must all tasty treats be unhealthy? That’s what I used to wonder till I made and tried these high protein pumpkin muffins! They’re festive, delicious, and actually good for…
19 Healthy Almond Butter Dessert Recipes
Confession. I don’t cook very often with nut butter because I’m usually eating it directly off the spoon. However, I realize the value in creating some great healthy almond butter…
One Sheet Garlic and Lemon Brussels Sprouts and Green Beans
This super easy lemon garlic Brussel sprouts recipe will convert any brussels sprout hater in seconds! It’s packed with flavor and tastes incredibly thanks to the bright lemon flavor and…
3-Ingredient Protein Pancakes (Vegan and Gluten-Free)
This simple 3-ingredient protein pancake recipe is a total game-changer! It's quick and easy, packed with flavor, and vegan and gluten-free too!
Making your own homemade electrolyte drink is a complete game-changer! It’s incredibly easy, tastes great, and is customizable too!
Homemade Energy Bars (Easy and Customizable Recipe)
These homemade energy bars are so easy to throw together, and they make such a healthy snack. The recipe is simple but delicious – no refined sugar or gluten here!…
Gluten Free Distance Runners: Easy Gluten-Free Meal Plan
Are you curious about going gluten free? Have you heard from running friends it made them faster and more energetic with quicker recovery times? Being a gluten free distance runner,…
These vegan vanilla cupcakes are perfect for anyone who loves dessert but wants something a little healthier and guilt-free. They’re perfect for birthdays, parties, or just satisfying a sweet tooth…
Sports Dietitian For Endurance Athletes – Who to Work With and Why
Sports nutrition for endurance athletes goes far beyond the old calories in and calories out. Find out what matters and who we trust!
19 Easy High Protein Salads (+ Tips to Make a Good Salad)
19 high protein salad recipes that are nutritious will keep you full through the miles! Easy ideas to implement right now.
The Best High Protein Cookie Dough (Super Easy Recipe!)
When you’re craving a snack that’s high in protein but low in carbs and sugar, and tastes amazing, it’s time to whip up some high protein cookie dough! I’ve got…
Fast High Protein Power Bowl Meals: Recipes and Ideas
No time to meal plan? Time for a QUICK high protein power bowl meal to the rescue. FAST, healthy and satisfying meal ideas
Easy Homemade Falafel Recipe: High Protein Plant Based
This homemade falafel is perfect for anyone who enjoys Middle Eastern food but wants a no-fuss recipe. It’s completely vegan and gluten-free, which makes it even better. The falafel balls…
Benefits of High Protein Breakfast
We all know how important breakfast is, but what about the benefits of a high protein breakfast? Learn it all here, including how it can help you lose weight.
Healthy Crockpot Turkey Chili Recipe (Minimal Prep!)
This healthy crockpot Turkey Chili is easy to make and full of flavor. Prep the ingredients and toss them into the crockpot for the perfect meal.
How to Make a Green Smoothie (Ultimate Beginner’s Guide)
If you’ve always been fascinated by the idea of green smoothies, but just didn’t know where to start or what makes a good smoothie, this guide on how to make…
Easy Mexican Meatloaf: Healthy Recipe for Runners + Athletes
This Mexican Meatloaf recipe is a double twist on the classic meatloaf, combining Mexican flavors with a healthy take for a perfect and easy dinner meal!
37 Game Day Food Ideas (Best Football -Themed Food + Decor)
It’s football season, and you know what that means: delicious and easy appetizers, dip recipes, and more. But, if you’re like me, you want to enjoy your food but also…
Easy Vegetarian Chili Recipe (Packed with Flavor + Protein)
This Easy Vegetarian Chili recipe is the perfect comfort food when the weather starts getting chilly outside! But that’s not all that’s great about it; it packs a punch with…
21 Homemade Energy Bite Recipes For Running Fuel
During my stay at Wellfit Malibu, I probably heard the words “energy ball” every 10 minutes thanks to the hilarious Lee and Davida who were indeed starving on the low…
39 Anti-inflammatory Recipes to Improve Recovery
Maximizing your nutrition with anti-inflammatory recipes - that means plant based recipes like these ideas for breakfast,dinner and dessert!
97 High Protein Breakfast Ideas – Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan and Paleo Options
High-protein breakfast ideas slow your hunger! Egg-based, vegan, paleo or even on-the-go breakfasts, you'll find all kinds of ideas here.
21 High Protein Desserts: Plant Based, Paleo, Options for All
Trying to keep your protein up? Then here are 22 incredible clean eating, healthy high protein desserts that will not only help you meet your protein goals but also satisfy…
17 High-Protein Post Workout Smoothies (Maximize Recovery)
Post workout smoothies aren’t just a quick way to refuel, they help to repair muscle damage and promote muscle growth when you include a good dose of protein. It turns…
Ooey, gooey….golden colored cheesy goodness waiting to be devoured. That my friends is the memory of sitting down to nearly every casserole of my childhood. They still spell comfort to…
Edible Cookie Dough Chickpea Energy Bites
These little high protein energy balls pack a punch! With just a few pantry staple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these tasty snacks in only 5 minutes. …
How Many Calories Should a Runner Eat?
Should runners count calories? After all, doesn’t a long run = license to eat. Whether that statement is actually true or not, it’s absolutely the mindset I hear more often…
Cookies & Cream Recovery Smoothie – Vegan, GF
While I’m not one who loves to cook, I am a runner who spends a lot of time learning about how nutrition can enhance performance and one of those big…
20 Healthy Salads Ideas for Lunch | Easy At Home Recipes
I used to think the only way to get a delicious quick healthy salad for lunch was a trip to the Whole Foods salad bar. Anyone else ever feel that…
High Protein Vegan Pumpkin Bread: Single Serving Dessert
High protein vegan pumpkin bread breakfast bake dessert delicious snack. Say that 3 times fast, I dare you! What can I say, I love a tongue twister with my breakfast.…
Healthy Chicken Casserole: Fall Harvest Theme
6 very hungry runners would be descending upon my house Friday night…while I’d been out all day running with them as part of the Ragnar Relay. My default was simply…
Vegan Chocolate Chia Pudding: High Protein Dessert
Previously, I told you that I was smitten with Scott Jurek’s book Eat & Run, but that post was really focused on the inspirational running component…today I bring you the…
Healthy Pasta Bake: High Protein Dinner
Welcome to another edition of the Lazy Healthy Eater, where I answer the constant question…if you don’t like to meal prep, what do you eat?! Besides daily power bowls, when…
Slow Cooker Vegetable Lamb Soup
Confession. This was supposed to be chili. Well the recipe wasn’t supposed to be chili, but what David asked me to make was chili. In fact, he went so far…
Healthy Shrimp Recipe: Easy One Sheet Dinner
We’ve established previously that I’m all about easy meals…but easy meals that are healthy! Since my parents tend to be the one’s I test these things on, they’ve had a…
Food Sensitivity in Athletes And Its Impact On Performance
Athletes may actually be more susceptible to symptoms of food sensitivities. Learn why and what to do about it in this complete guide.
20 Best Meal Planning Tips
If you’ve ever tried meal planning but failed at it, don’t worry! These meal planning tips will help you learn exactly what to do and not do to make the…
7 Secrets to Break Through
Feeling stuck? Discover which of the 7 most common runner issues is holding you back in this free program. Videos, interviews, workouts and more!