Archive for April, 2011

Question: How to get “boost” fuels without products having hidden sulphites?  Most if not all energy products have sulfites either listed or hidden. Brian Answer: Hi Brian, I agree, it can be tough to figure out which foods have sulfites as there are “loopholes” in the company’s requirements to list them as ingredients).  Also,...
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By Brady and Jim Some marathon newbies train for months and months. Then, there are people like Mike, who sign up for a marathon two weeks out — and haven’t trained for it. Mike (aka @egggman) is running the Waterloo Marathon on Sunday. He’s never run more than 7.5 miles. He’s raced once. Two...
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Ever need an on-the-go quick snack or mini-meal?  Something you can feel good about eating?  Me too.  A month or so ago, Jenn Sutherland posted an awesome recipe for a homemade LARA bar (it’s great, make sure to check it out if you haven’t already).  While I believe many bars and meal replacements to...
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Question: As summer’s approaching and temps and humidity are rising, I need help with strategies to hydrate while running. I definitely sweat a lot, but I just don’t know how much to drink while I run.  I’ve lost up to 6 lbs in one outing.  What should I do? Answer: When it’s hot, and...
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Fishing around for something to eat tonight?  Loving the Run’s got you covered.  Why not soothe your cells, strengthen your heart, and even keep your wits about you with a little tuna?   You don’t have to go out to your favorite Japanese restaurant for this yummy dish.  Instead, just gather a few healthy...
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Question: I love coffee and have managed to cut back from 4 cups per day to just 1 cup every morning over the last 6 months.  If I’m going on a long run that begins in the morning, is it still okay to drink my coffee before I go? Answer: Thanks for a caffeine...
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I love that moment on a run when you realize all your thoughts dissolved into silence about a mile back. Running in the morning, for me, means a 4:30 am wake up call. I quickly make coffee, drink coffee, make lunches, feed the animals, drink another cup of coffee, throw a load of laundry...
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I must have missed the day of dietitian-school when we gave up our sweet tooth (teeth) and pledged to forever consider an apple as a decadent dessert.   Every day, I have a small treat.  And, I recommend that most of my clients do as well.  A runner’s gotta eat, right?  But take note,...
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Question: Thanks for your advice on nutrition needs for shorter training runs.  I have been using chocolatebmilk (for the protein) as a recovery drink after my runs, but am now thinking of mixing that 50/50 w/the coconut water.  However, I am now getting ready to run my first 10K and right after that will be...
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On my run early Monday morning, I saw an owl flying low across the field. I heard the gobbling of wild turkeys on a search for breakfast. I felt the cadence of my feet hitting the dirt mile after mile. The air was crisp, and the stars shone bright. Had I been able to...
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Day in and day out, are you hydrated?  Do you get enough fluid?  Or, are you one of the many adults, and even adult athletes, who operate in a chronic mode of dehydration?  It doesn’t take much to get behind the ball.  We’ve all been there  â€“ out of fluid and parched.  But, do you...
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Question: I am a baby runner.  In other words, I’ve only been running for about six weeks, doing a Couch-to-5k program.  I’m wondering what I should (and shouldn’t) be eating to keep my energy up for running.  I’ve been having trouble with muscle fatigue as I get to the end of my runs, and...
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