People seem to either love chia seeds or don’t. But if you’re a fan of chia, here’s another way to incorporate them into your pre- or post-workout fueling. This “milkshake” uses soy milk and gets its thickness from the gelatinous property of chia sees when allowed to soak in liquid. The drink is easy to make and works great for a quick pre-workout breakfast or to refuel … [Read more...] about Recipe: Chocolate Chia Milkshake
Nutrition & Hydration
Four Creative Recipes for Clif Bar Aficionados
As a general rule, energy bars should not be used as a replacement for meals or snacks throughout the day. Instead, they should be reserved for long training sessions when you need to replace calories to sustain energy levels. Better to reach for whole foods—that include fruits, nuts, vegetables, lean proteins—to fuel hunger and replenish nutrients between meals. But I have … [Read more...] about Four Creative Recipes for Clif Bar Aficionados
Recipe: Banana Cookies
Athletes are often told to eat their bananas. That’s because bananas are not only a good source of carbohydrates for pre- or post-workout fueling, they’re also an excellent source of potassium—422 mg per medium size banana. Potassium is an essential mineral—along with sodium—for nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and water balance. The recommended intake of … [Read more...] about Recipe: Banana Cookies
Ten Healthy Ways to Love Chocolate
Nice-to-Know Facts About Chocolate By James A. Peterson, Ph.D., FACSM A RAVENOUS LOVE AFFAIR. Flavorful seduction. For many people, chocolate has the power to captivate like no other foodstuff. Not surprisingly, a whole lot of chocolate is produced and consumed worldwide annually. In fact, chocolate accounts for almost twice as much in sales each year than all other … [Read more...] about Ten Healthy Ways to Love Chocolate
Recipe: Chicken Breast Green Salad
Need a quick and easy lunch with a nice mix of greens, protein, and healthy fat? Try this salad, which has become a lunchtime staple for me. It is a great gluten free alternative to a deli sandwich. As prepared, it can serve as a meal for one or shared among two. Ingredients 6 cups organic mixed greens9 slices of chicken breast1 tablespoon olive oil1 tablespoon balsamic … [Read more...] about Recipe: Chicken Breast Green Salad