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Nutrition Guides for Runners

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…

10 Top Foods To Eat After a Run to Boost Recovery

Discover the best foods to eat after a run to help your body recover and replenish essential nutrients. From protein to carbohydrates

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…

11 Natural Sleep Aids and Remedies (Backed by Science)

If you’ve been struggling with poor sleep quality, then this guide to natural sleep aids and remedies will come in handy! Here's the science on them.

15 Ways to Get Caffeine-Free Energy for Jitter-Free Focus

Are you tired of getting jitters or perhaps the withdrawal when you can't get your coffee? Consider these 15 caffeine-free energy options.

Homemade Electrolyte Drink (Easy + Customizable DIY Recipe)

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!…

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!

27 Best Healthy Travel Snacks (Perfect for Plane or Road Trip)

Here's a complete guide to the best healthy travel snacks I recommend you have as a certified personal trainer and running coach! They're tasty and portable!

5 Impacts of Drinking Beer After a Workout

Ever wondered if that beer your dream about during a long run is going to hinder your recovery? Dishing on the effects of alcohol after working out.

13 Best Protein Bars for Runners (Taste, Ingredients + Quality)

After a long run or hard workout, runners often don’t feel like eating. Here are the best protein bars for runners to keep fueled!

What to Eat Before a Marathon | Week of and Morning Of Plans

We’ve spent months putting in the miles and testing out all kinds of fueling options on the run. Yet, what to eat the week of a marathon starts sending us…

15 Best Supplements for Runners

Running supplements are popping up everywhere to help joints, provide energy, speed recovery, but what do you actually need? Read on.

27 Running Fuel Alternatives to Gels (Sensitive Stomach Ideas)

If you ever chat with ultra runners, you’ll rarely hear them talk about downing 100 gel packets over the course of their 24-48 hours of running. Natural running fuel is…

17 Keys to Managing Marathon Running Hunger

If you're a runner, you've probably experienced insatiable running hunger at least once. Here's a complete guide on why it happens and 17 ways to how to manage it.

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.

How to Carb Load + 9 Common Mistakes to Avoid

When it comes to carb loading, knowing what to do and what not to do is essential! This guide shares everything you need to know, along with 9 common mistakes

InsideTracker Review – Is It Worth The Price Tag?

This InsideTracker Reviews comes after multiple tests to show you the full process, costs, pros and cons of this athlete testing system.

How to Fuel a 10K Race

Do you need to carb load for a 10K? What should you eat race morning? All your how to fuel a 10k questions answered!

8 Salt Tablets for Runners + How to Use Them

Everything you need to know about salt tablets for runners. Including our top 5 recommendations, when and how to use them.

76 Running Websites to Train Smarter, Reduce Injuries and Have Fun

For years Run To The Finish was just a blog about my running and then suddenly in 2012 my journalism roots took hold and it became a full fledged running…

Real or Hype? Collagen Benefits: Joint Pain, Stiffness and Mobility

If you want to know whether collagen for runners is worth the hype, this article lays it all down including researches to help you decide if it's right for you.

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…

How Long Should You Wait After Eating to Exercise?

Maybe you grew up hearing not to swim for 2 hours after eating and now you’re wondering when can I exercise after eating?? Is there a set time frame? Was…

Complete Splendid Spoon Review: Is it Worth It?

Splendid Spoon is a popular plant-based meal delivery service that I’ve tested out to write this review and share with you exactly what makes it unique. They’re a great way…

High Protein Overnight Oats (Easy, Make-Ahead Breakfast!)

If you’ve been on the hunt for a high-protein breakfast that’s not only delicious but easy to make as well then this High Protein Overnight Oats is exactly what you…

Beet Juice for Runners: Does it Improve Endurance?

There's some evidence that consuming beet juice might improve running performance. Learn more about this claim, including why it might work.

Why Are Potatoes Good For Runners (and how to incorporate more)

For some of you, I’m about to blow your mind with all the ways that potatoes are good for runners…and I don’t just mean during dinner. I mean right smack…

Coffee As A Pre-Workout Supplement: What Are The Reviews?

Coffee can be used to enhance exercise performance and endurance. Learn how to use coffee as a pre workout supplement here.

Fasted Running: Should You Run or Do Cardio While Fasting?

Why are more people trying fasted cardio for weight loss? What are the drawbacks to fasted running? What about glycogen depleted runs?

Nutrition For Runners | Maximize Your Training

Nutrition for runners is about eating right to fuel our runs. Here's a complete guide to everything you need to maximize your training.

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…

Pre-Workout for Running| What’s Best? Pro’s And Con’s

Have you ever wondered if you should use coffee, green tea or another pre-workout supplement for running to take your energy level from zero to hero? Ok you might not…

BCAAs for Runners: 6 Benefits of Essential Amino Acids vs Protein Powder

BCAAs for runners vs essential amino acids vs protein powder to optimize training and muscle building. Benefits and drawbacks of supplementing.

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!

Runner’s Diet: The Complete Guide to Eating for Endurance

A runner's diet is not just about feeling good, but also about running your best. Here's a full guide on everything you need to know about runner's diet.

Magnesium For Athletes: Improve Body Composition, Performance, Stress

Magnesium for athletes is crucial for energy, fat loss and muscle recovery. How much you need, foods high in magnesium and top supplements.

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.

Vegan Runner Diet: 11 Secrets to go Plant Based

Maybe you’ve considered trying a vegan runner diet (aka plant based running) based on a friends experience or some of the great new info. Or simply because you made it…

7 Best Electrolyte Tablets (Easy To Use Hydration)

There are an almost endless number of electrolyte tablets and hydration options. Here’s why these seven, recommended by a coach, are best.

Honest Daily Harvest Review: Is It Worth It for Runners?

An inside review of Daily Harvest menu, taste, price, sustainability and more. Decide healthy prepared meals are worth it for your nutrition.

Daily Harvest vs Splendid Spoon – Differences, Menus and Cost Comparison

Which of these plant based meal delivery services will best fit your needs. Looking at the big differences of Daily Harvest vs Splendid Spoon

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