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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Sure, a “protein bar” can be a good option for recovery after a hard ride, but do they make for good snacks? As more and more athletes opt for protein bars and energy bars as part of their everyday food...
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Turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks. And this trick involves raw cacao. I’ve found a new way to make chocolate milk (dairy or non-dairy). I use a bit of this chocolate milk in my coffee (healthy mocha!), I...
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