This week I was running while on vacation in Charleston, South Carolina. It was so hot. So humid. I was just doing an easy run but it felt the opposite of easy. Then I remembered why—I was about to get my period. PMS symptoms and running don’t go together well. I felt hotter and more … Read more
Food is fuel for runners. “Intentionally thinking about and creating a snack that’s satisfying with carbs, protein, and fiber can help stabilize your blood sugar and keep you satisfied and full longer,” advises Kristy Baumann, a registered dietitian who works with marathoners. I got with three registered dietitians to round up the best snacks for … Read more
I get bloodwork done every six months. I feel the healthiest every in my life. I’m back to running after years of injuries. My nutrition is solid. I take top-notch supplements. Yet, my latest blood test results indicated elevated liver enzymes. How could this be? I hardly drink alcohol. I don’t take much medication (save … Read more
Runners need more protein than regular people (about 0.5 to . 9 grams of protein per pound of body weight each day), says registered dietitian Megan Robinson. Taking in protein after a hard run is vital for recovery and muscle building. These four protein powders are clean (no excess fillers), taste good, and are easy on … Read more
I am writing this article in May which happens to be Mental Health Awareness month in hopes that it helps women struggling with postpartum depression—as running and exercise can help with postpartum depression. But it can be hard to start exercising or running when you are depressed, let alone sleep-deprived, and time-poor. I think so … Read more
You can run or even start running at any age. Master’s runners just need to pay attention to the “little things” like warming up, nutrition, strength training, and sleep to off-set age-related changes such as the decline of tissue elasticity, mobility, and muscle mass. Read on to learn how to run after the age of … Read more
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