Fuel Right Blog

The pre-training ritual. Most every athlete has one, whether strategic or not. At the top of the list is what to eat. Some work out on nothing, even after fasting through the night. Some swear by oatmeal, energy bars, or...
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You know who you are. You’re encrusted in white salt, and you could wring out your jersey after an intense ride or run while others seem to barely need a shower. You simply seem to sweat during training significantly more...
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TRAINING NUTRITION THURSDAY: CAFFEINE PILLS AND TRAINING…MY PERSONAL EXPERIMENT For the last month or so, I’ve been skipping my morning coffee and choosing caffeine pills each Sunday before my long run or ride. Gasp, I know. I’m not really a complete...
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WHY CHEAT MEALS ARE OH-SO-IMPORTANT Growing up, I don’t think I had ever had proper fish and chips. That was, until a trip to England and Ireland about 15 years ago. We spent 12 days between the 2 countries, and...
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Bored with the same-old out-of-new-ideas dinner? Let’s liven it up with a meal that’s company-worthy, Holidays-fancy, compliments-guaranteed, easy, and a change of pace from the usual grilled chicken. Even better, it’s sure to benefit your heart, your arteries, your lungs,...
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