BeFueled Sports Nutrition Blog
How to Improve Performance Through Nutrition
Is Intuitive Eating Right for Athletes?
Have you ever heard of Intuitive Eating and wondered if it's right for you as an athlete? The concept of Intuitive Eating is one that comes up in conversations with clients fairly often, and tends to be a little confusing for people. I think some of that confusion...
The Delicious Truth About Carb Loading
Carb loading is so much more than loading up on your favorite bowl of pasta the night before a race! When race season rolls around, there’s a lot of talk about carb loading. In today's blog, we’re diving into the delicious concept of carb loading and breaking down...
Nutrition for Bone Stress Injuries
Last week, I ran a race that meant a lot on a personal level. It was a hometown race I grew up with, watching elites fly to the finish line. Now, I get to enjoy it with friends and family. This year also represented a continued shift in mindset to honor my body...
Everyday Nutrition (When You’re Not Training)
Are you an athlete who never knows what they should be eating in the off-season? You're not alone, and we hear you! We recently sent a survey out to our BeFueled Fam, asking what topics y'all are looking for information on the most. One of our biggest topics that was...
How to Increase Your Ferritin Levels as an Athlete
Do you have low ferritin levels? Have you gone to your health care provider with concerns of fatigue, brittle nails, headaches, dizziness or shortness of breath? Did your provider dismiss your concerns because your symptoms were vague and could be attributed to any...
When Does “Healthy Eating” Become A Problem?
Healthy eating is a good thing... right? Absolutely! But, it can go too far. In today's blog, we're going to dig into when healthy eating becomes a problem, and the consequences that can have for athletes. Interested in learning about everyday nutrition for when...
Choosing the RIGHT Hydration for Your Event
Race season is right around the corner and hydration is key! We want to help you pick out the right sports drink to help you crush your races this season. There are SO many options for hydration products that it can become overwhelming. Carbs? No carbs? A little...
Are You A Member Of The Self Love Club?
What comes to mind when you think of self care? If your mind immediately goes to bath bombs and fancy face masks, or a mani-pedi, you’re only thinking of one facet of self care. In today's blog we'll go deeper into what self care really is, and how you can...
Are At-Home Food Sensitivity Tests Worth It?
Have you ever felt gassy, bloated, and tired but not sleeping well? Did it get you thinking that there might be certain foods that are causing the issue? We see this a lot at BeFueled, and we want to talk about it a little bit today. In today's blog, we'll be...
3 Nutrition Mistakes Athletes Make in January
Raise your hand if you've ever tried a new diet, new workout, or a wellness trend for your new year resolution? Yep! Ours are definitely up. January can be a time for peak motivation, inspiration, and readiness to make new changes to your life. However, it can often...
The BFSN Holiday Gift Guide Is Here!
Our annual Holiday Gift Guide for athletes is HERE! Every year, we have the most fun compiling and curating the perfect holiday gift guide for the active people in our lives (ok, it's also for us, if we're being honest!) and sharing it with you! Let us take the guess...
Optimizing Your Off-Season
Ah, the off-season. What a glorious time to heal up and reflect on your season whether it be racing, strength competitions or triathlons. You may be thinking "What off-season?!" No days off is a mindset that can FEEL inspirational, but if you are a “what...