BeFueled Sports Nutrition Blog
How to Improve Performance Through Nutrition
Supplements to Manage Recovery & Reduce Muscle Soreness
As athletes, we spend a lot of time training and tending to pre-training, intra-training and post-training nutrition. One thing that sometimes falls through the cracks is a dedicated nutrition foundation and plan for recovery. It happens to the best of us, but missing...
Identifying and Understanding RED-S
What is RED-S? RED-S, or Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, is a syndrome characterized by impaired physiological functioning caused by not having enough energy for your body to support your metabolic rate, menstrual function, bone health, immunity protein...
Can Drinking be Merry and Not Scary?
Tis the season to “Eat, Drink, & Be Merry!” A couple of weeks ago in the newsletter and on the blog, we spent some time unpacking mindfulness for the holidays as it pertains to food, and any outdated or negative thought patterns that may translate to stress...
Mindfulness for the Holidays and Beyond
The holidays are a time that can be incredibly fulfilling, joyful and celebratory. However, the holidays can also be a time where stressors are heightened, and things can become overwhelming for a lot of different reasons. For those who struggle with anxiety, struggle...
The Beauty of the Bowl
I recently shared a post on Instagram about red flags in nutrition, and the reaction was incredible! People are speaking out against diet culture louder than ever, especially as it pertains to active populations. And, we are thrilled to join in that...
GI Distress in Endurance Athletes
Picture this: You’re running a race or on a long training run, and things are going really well. Then, all of a sudden it strikes you like a lightning bolt right in the guts. You have stomach cramping, pain, feel bloated or like you need to find the nearest...
Grocery Shopping For Athletes Made Easy
Grocery shopping... do you love it or dread it? Whether you shop before, after, or in the middle of a busy week, it’s easy for that grocery haul to be on the back burner. And, if you don’t have a game plan for yourself, it can make for a less than ideal way to spend...
Pre and Probiotics for Athletes
We use our gut EVERY DAY! So, we have to make it happy so it functions optimally. Have you ever considered implementing prebiotics and/or probiotics? Maybe you already take them in supplement form, or have been trying to eat more food sources that are pre or...
Your Race Nutrition Plan
Do you practice your race nutrition & hydration plan? If not, what are you waiting for?! "Never try anything new on race day" is a motto I live by and here is why ... GI issues during a race won't help! Food and supplements sit differently for everyone. Unexpected...
Should I Avoid Processed Foods?
Everyone says "avoid processed foods". A blanket statement recommendation ... is there any truth? First let's look at what a "processed food" is Processed food is a food that has been cooked, canned, frozen, packaged or changed in nutritional composition through...
Your Doctor Said What?
I was downright frustrated when a new client shared a recent story about an encounter with their Doctor ... Poor nutrition advice Recently, I sat down with a new client who is a triathlete. As I always do, I asked about their nutrition history. This client went on to...
3 Common Nutrition Mistakes Athletes Make
Are you making any of these 3 common nutrition mistakes with your nutrition plan? I see many of my clients making when they first come to see me. I want YOU to know about them so you can start working on it ASAP and improve how you feel and perform. Common nutrition...