Author name: Haileigh Chenier

Underfueling is a common nutrition pitfall amongst endurance athletes. Some signs and symptoms include: struggling to get through workouts due to lack of energy, frequently getting sick, feeling constantly hungry, or, in the case of women, experiencing a change or complete loss of your menstrual cycle. Many athletes struggle to fuel adequately, and to avoid …

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Have you ever thought about switching to a vegetarian diet, but wondered “how will I get enough protein?” or “can endurance athletes thrive on a plant-based diet?”  This article will review what a vegetarian diet is, why you may want to consider a vegetarian diet, and how to properly transition to the diet as an …

Vegetarian Diets for Endurance Athletes: Considerations and How to Optimize Read More »