Lori Russell, MS RD CSSD
Lori, MS RD CSSD is an accomplished sports dietitian; she holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Certification as a Specialist in Sports Nutrition. As a current professional road cyclist and previous elite marathoner and ultra-runner, Lori knows firsthand that food can enhance or diminish performance gains. She understands the importance of balancing a quality whole food based diet with science-backed performance nutrition and strives to share this message with others. Learn more about her @HungryForResults.
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Feeling too hungry too often can lead to overeating and a seemingly never-ending battle
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Eggs are a great, low-cost form of protein and fat, which athletes need.
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Athletes need carbs for fuel; here’s what 45–60 grams per hour looks like.
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Nut butters are a great source of healthy fats and energy when used in
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Striving to eat healthy can turn into an unhealthy obsession, especially among athletes.
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Many think meat is the best form of protein, but opting for plants might
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In addition to what you eat, when you eat matters if you’re looking to
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From canned oysters to jarred jalapeños, athletes make culinary sacrifices that involve strange food
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The evolution of sports nutrition is constant, so it’s insightful to see how far
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These health tests provide the insight you need to achieve athletic success.
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Eating healthy foods to fuel your fitness doesn’t have to break the bank.
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While it’s unrealistic to strive for six-pack abs, having visible abs is achievable with
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The argument for passing on the traditional three meals a day for five or
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It’s common for athletes on the path of slight calorie restriction to take things
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While being healthy is a lifestyle, sometimes little tricks can help kickstart things
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A sports dietitian shares tips to fuel your body’s needs with less hassle.
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Fasted workouts don’t work for everyone and may depend on your goals.
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Stay away from lofty, grand goals by opting for realistic, achievable tweaks.
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We know sugar is bad for you, but can athletes get away with a
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Athletes looking for a performance boost should consider caffeine but with a plan.
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These energizing foods could give you a boost when you need it most.
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There are times when gaining weight can actually help performance.
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Many Thanksgiving dishes offer a training advantage to athletes. Here are a few.
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It’s time to put your tub of protein powder to use with these simple
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Another win for athletes; the more you sweat, the less you have to worry
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Does your gender dictate a special set of nutritional needs for performance?
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Breakfast is an important meal, so it’s worth making time for it.
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Try these whole food swaps for processed sport food on your next workout.
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From protein to meal replacement, here are bars to consider.
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Here’s how to plan your eating schedule to optimize an evening workout.
