Sport News / Nutrition
Hot-weather long runs change everything. Heat increases sweat rates and electrolyte losses, and many runners I coach (and I, too) have learned the hard way that cramps and stomach upset often come...
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I started using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) during marathon training because I was tired of the unpredictable “wall” that could turn a confident 20-mile training run into a crawl. Over...
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I used to dread that sinking feeling halfway through a long ride — the foggy brain, heavy legs, and the desperate search for sugar at the next aid station. Over time, I learned to treat bonking...
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I get asked a lot: "Can I really rely on supermarket ready meals as an athlete?" I know the skepticism—many of us imagine tiny, salty trays with no real nutritional value. But the truth is more...
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I’ve spent years chasing early-morning sunrises and humid, late-afternoon runs, and like many of you I learned the hard way that nothing ruins a great training day faster than hot-weather cramps....
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I first tried a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on a whim before an eventful 200km ultracycling ride. I wanted to understand why, despite meticulous planning, I often “bonked” hard mid-ride:...
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When I'm on the road—whether it's a week of travel for competitions, a business trip, or a long road trip—I prioritize maintaining strength and muscle mass. Packing fresh food isn't always...
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I’ve been using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) in my own training for over a year now, and I can honestly say they’ve changed the way I think about fueling rides. For cyclists—especially...
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If you ever wondered what a sports dietitian actually eats on a 24-hour competition day, here's a candid, practical play-by-play from my own experience. I work with athletes regularly, and when I’m...
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I’ve crashed hard on a few long rides and learned the hard way that “bonking” isn’t just about running out of energy — it’s about getting the right carbs in at the right time without...
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