As athletes, we want to be leaner come race day but the challenge is trying to get the body into that fat burning mode…but not only when we are racing. One thing we don’t consider is what we do outside of race day – if our diets consist of more carbohydrates, then we will burn … [Read more...]
I Feel Fat
I work with triathletes, cyclists, runners, non-athletes, and I can assure you that 'I feel fat!' is a real feeling. It is not 'all in your head'. I used to have that feeling all the time, even though I was training for my first Ironman in 1999. I was lean, but I was always … [Read more...]
Raw Cheesy Sauce or Dip
Although I don't eat a completely raw food diet, I do use some raw food recipes to replace some of foods. The best sauces and dips I have made come from using raw cashews instead of milk. Here is my recipe that I created that can be made into a non-dairy cheesy raw spread or a … [Read more...]
Real Food For Athletes book is here!
Nutrition in Motion, LLC and The Fare Maven have partnered to create an easy to use guide to fueling your athletic body. We are happy to announce Real Food For Athletes recipe book is now ready! "Real Food for Athletes" is a recipe booklet for athletes and those aspiring to be … [Read more...]
race day nutrition strategy
I work with clients regularly on sports nutrition and helping them with how to manage their race day nutrition and create strategies that work for them. Each person is different, and the amount of mis-information out there is astounding. Like get up at 2 AM to eat, then back to … [Read more...]