5 Things That Could Save Your Next Race

5 Things That Could Save Your Next Race

Posted by on Mar 26, 2013 in Nutrition, Training | 2 comments

  My disaster races have proven to be where I learn the most and add to my ever increasing bag of tricks.  While not exhausted these...

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Moving Up the Pack – Part 1: Train Harder

Moving Up the Pack – Part 1: Train Harder

Posted by on Mar 12, 2013 in Coaching, Journey To A First Ultra, Nutrition, Training | 2 comments

I plan to spend the next few weeks discussing three different strategies targeted to help you ‘move up the pack’. Whether you are a back...

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Fuego y Agua 2013

Fuego y Agua 2013

Posted by on Mar 8, 2013 in inspiration, Nutrition, Race Reports | 0 comments

“Fuego y Agua”; For those that don’t “habla espanol” it translates to “Fire and Water”. Now I...

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Spotlight on Nutrition Part 2: Fruitarian Power

Spotlight on Nutrition Part 2: Fruitarian Power

Posted by on Nov 12, 2012 in Nutrition | 2 comments

  This is the 2nd in a series of articles on the daily nutrition of ultramarathon runners. In “Part 1“, I shared the stories...

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Spotlight on Nutrition: Daily Diets of Ultrarunners; Part 1

Spotlight on Nutrition: Daily Diets of Ultrarunners; Part 1

Posted by on Nov 11, 2012 in Nutrition | 1 comment

What do ultrarunners eat when they’re not running? Do they have a secret diet like the Chocolate Salmon Diet ™? Or maybe they run all...

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Should I Use A Nutritional Supplement?

Should I Use A Nutritional Supplement?

Posted by on Jul 8, 2012 in Nutrition, Science | 2 comments

Any grocery or drug store has at least one aisle dedicated to nutritional supplements, and some stores give over entire sections of real...

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Does Pickle Juice Prevent Or Alleviate Muscle Cramps?

Does Pickle Juice Prevent Or Alleviate Muscle Cramps?

Posted by on Jul 1, 2012 in Nutrition, Science | 5 comments

Muscle cramps during training or an event can range in severity from uncomfortable to debilitating, and theories abound regarding methods...

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The Ultra Marathon Pinole Espresso Buzz Bars

The Ultra Marathon Pinole Espresso Buzz Bars

Posted by on Jun 13, 2012 in Nutrition | 5 comments

The recipe below was graciously provided by Alex Bridgeforth, a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army.  Thank you Alex for allowing us...

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Vitamin D And Calcium For Female Runners

Vitamin D And Calcium For Female Runners

Posted by on Jun 11, 2012 in Nutrition, Science | 0 comments

The sport of ultramarathon is one of the most equalizing with regard to gender in the athletic world, with women often beating men even...

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REV Coffee- Review

REV Coffee- Review

Posted by on May 21, 2012 in Gear Reviews, Nutrition | 0 comments

My love affair with coffee started in high school.  It got so bad that for graduation I received three coffee makers. Over the years I’ve...

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Sexy Kale Salad: Vegan Ultrarunning Recipes

Sexy Kale Salad: Vegan Ultrarunning Recipes

Posted by on May 6, 2012 in Nutrition | 3 comments

I truly enjoyed sharing my personal story about how and why I became a vegan ultrarunner.  Based on feedback, I feel the information...

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Carbohydrate Loading Effects In Males and Females

Carbohydrate Loading Effects In Males and Females

Posted by on May 1, 2012 in Nutrition, Science, Training | 1 comment

The pre-race pasta dinner is an endurance running staple. However, the scientific evidence suggests that loading up on carbohydrate-rich...

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The Ultimate DIY Running Bars: Fast, Cheap and Easy

The Ultimate DIY Running Bars: Fast, Cheap and Easy

Posted by on Apr 25, 2012 in Nutrition, Training | 7 comments

I’m always looking for good real-food to eat on the run that doesn’t require a special trip to the store or a major...

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EnduranceJer’s Recovery Smoothie

EnduranceJer’s Recovery Smoothie

Posted by on Mar 28, 2012 in Nutrition, Training | 1 comment

-Soy Milk (1/2 or 1 cup approx) (or almond, rice milk, etc..) -Vega protein (optional) -3-4 fresh strawberries (tops removed) -10-15 fresh...

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