Thinking of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is three weeks away. It seems so close. There is so much to do to get ready! The holidays tend to be filled with fun, food, family. . . .and STRESS! All of these things can lead to...
View ArticleTips for the Holidays
Saturday I had the pleasure to informally talk about nutrition to a group from Legion Fitness & Development. It is a boot camp-style group (although I don’t think that’s quite the right term for...
View ArticleHoliday Party Hints
Is it just me or does the holiday season seem to be filled with land mines to keeping my nutrition on track? There are cookie exchange parties, friends’ parties, work parties, etc. There just seems...
View ArticleGet Ready for the Roller Coaster Ride
I cannot believe it is already September. Although I am looking forward to the cooler temperatures of fall, it seems like beginning in October, the rest of the year is like that first downhill of a...
View ArticleDon’t Get Lost In All That Food
This is a re-print from November, 2009. I know the holidays are stressful for so many of us – particularly because of all the food. It is OK to indulge, but be sure you enjoy the foods you choose to...
View ArticleIt’s the Holidays! I’m an Athlete! I Can Eat Whatever I Want!
Last week, I talked about how the period from the beginning of October through New Year’s is a calorie and weight “Danger Zone.” This is also true for endurance and ultra-endurance athletes....
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