The Athlete’s Diet Log: Carbohydrates
While the importance of carbohydrates is currently being challenged by many trendy diets, carbs are still king when it comes to the diet of an athlete. Carbohydrates are found in foods such as...
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Why Macro Counting Isn’t a Diet, But a Way of Life
Seven-day cleanse. Yo-yo. Diet. A few words and phrases that cause anxiety the moment we think about them. I know when I think about diets, a few other not-so-comforting words pop into my head:...
What 1,200 Calories Looks Like (Fall Edition)
As the weather cools down, fall is the perfect time for taking brisk walks outdoors and experimenting with seasonal whole foods like apples, squash, sweet potatoes and more. This sample menu...
What 2,000 Calories Looks Like (Summer Edition)
Summer weather calls for simple, fresh meals that keep you cool and take advantage of the season’s tastiest produce. Not only are berries, greens, tomatoes and snap peas at their prime for...
Logging Macros: Getting the Right Kind of Fat
When it comes to talking about what athletes should eat, carbohydrates and protein tend to steal all the attention. For good reason, those macronutrients are vital to providing energy for...