The Biggest Fueling Mistake Endurance Runners Make
I have a friend named Matt who is an incredible ultra runner. And when I say ultra runner, I mean the long ultra distances — 200 and 250 miles. Over the years, I’ve heard him drop plenty of little nuggets of ultra wisdom, but one has stuck with me more than the rest:
“In ultras, the answer is almost always food.”
What Is a Good Carb? (Why Nutrition Basics Don’t Have to Be Confusing)
If you’re confused about carbs, protein, or what’s actually “healthy,” you’re not alone. Let’s break it down simply. A few weeks ago, I gave a nutrition clinic for a half marathon training group that I volunteer with. I look forward to this clinic every year—sharing practical nutrition strategies with people preparing to run 13.1 miles, many for the very first time. After the session, a few runners came up to ask questions, which is pretty typical. But this time, three differ
The Cost of Staying Small: Why Muscle Matters for Women in Midlife
Has anyone ever said something that made you so angry you’re still thinking about it almost a year later?
Last summer, I was helping a family member with an estate sale. My sister-in-law and I were selling a heavy workbench to a man. When he was ready to move it to his truck, he looked at the two of us and asked:
“Is there a man around who can help me move this?”