Pre-game fueling is one of the first places I recommend athletes start on their fueling journey. What you do before (and after) your game can directly impact your performance on the field. You don’t want to risk choosing the wrong option that leaves you feeling sluggish and heavy during your game (or even worse, with …
As a soccer player, fueling your body with the right nutrients ensures you perform your best during practice. Whether you are a beginner or a veteran player, knowing what to eat before soccer practice can make all the difference in your performance on the field. In this blog, we will discuss the best foods to …
You have heard the rumors; breakfast is the most important meal of the day! And the rumors weren’t wrong. Especially for an athlete. For athletes, all meals are important but breakfast might just take the edge a little. Especially if it is the only thing you eat before morning practice! What you eat for breakfast and …
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One of the most common questions I get from my high school athletes is which granola or protein bars I recommend to help increase energy levels and athletic performance during their busy school day. Protein vs Granola Bar: Is There a Difference? Before we get into it, I want to examine the differences between granola …
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How should you fuel your holiday home workouts? Is there a difference in how you should fuel for a home workout versus your usual training? You are in the right place to find out! Do I need to fuel for my holiday home workouts? Yes! Home workouts may not be as intense as a normal …
It’s finally beginning to feel like Fall with all the leaves changing colors, cool mornings, and seasonal food items. It seems like everywhere I go, I’m seeing ads for a Pumpkin Spice Latte. I don’t know how you feel about pumpkin spice, but I DON’T love it. Seriously – being real with you guys. I …
How often do you find yourself going to morning training feeling sluggish, weak, or “like you were running through the mud”? What if I told you that I could immediately help you stop feeling “sluggish” by incorporating the right breakfast before practice? As a Sports Nutritionist, I help athletes maximize their performance results with easy …
Finding the right pre-match meal can be challenging during travel trips and tournaments. When you are on the road, you don’t have access to the regular pre-match foods you eat at home. You don’t want to risk choosing the wrong option that leaves you feeling sluggish and heavy during your game (or even worse, with …
Pre-season training camp can be a grind; all you do is eat, sleep, and breathe your sport for a few weeks. How you fuel up and recover can directly have an impact on your performance and potential during camp. The key to having a successful training camp is showing up ready to go, both physically …
We’re right in the middle of summer. That means… summer tournament season is in full swing! You might be wondering how to fuel for your summer tournaments, especially since you might not have played in the hot summer heat in over a year. Don’t worry, because I’ve got five fueling tips for you to boost …
