Insulin sensitivity may be the culprit behind your inability to lose weight. Read on to learn more about this important, but misunderstood topic. Unless you are an Anatomy & Physiology geek like me, it’s very likely that you may not know what insulin sensitivity is. Before we get into the juicy stuff (i.e. weight loss), […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Insulin Sensitivity Preventing You From Losing Weight

I learned so much during my pregnancy, and in this blog I share my personal experience. Ahh pregnancy, the greatest feeling on earth…or is it? I’ve never felt like it was my life’s mission to become pregnant. However, I would sometimes wonder what it would be like to look down and see a big ol’ […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - What Pregnancy Has Taught Me About My Body

Heading back to school, and not sure how to fit in exercise? This guest post by Hannah Giangaspro, Exercise Science and Nutrition Intern provides awesome tips to get on track and schedule your days. Whether or not we want to accept it, summer is over and school is back in session. I can practically feel […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian -Back to School Guide-Getting on Track

Want to get lean? Guest blogger, Sean Vander Veer breaks down 6 simple steps for leaning down. Ever feel like you spend hours in the gym, day after day, week after week, only to see minimal gains toward your goal of either losing weight, packing on muscle, or decreasing body fat? Training is hard work […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - 6 Simple Steps to Getting Lean

Yes, you can have an effective workout, in just ten minutes! Working out doesn’t have to be a big drawn-out production to give you results. You don’t have to go to the gym and lift weights or walk/run for an hour to make exercising worthwhile. Working out effectively and efficiently can go a long way […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Quick 10 Minute Workouts

Summer is the perfect time for training. But extra care is needed to stay hydrated. There is, perhaps, no better sign of a great workout than sweat. As a runner in the South, nothing gives me more satisfaction than seeing those puddles I leave behind after a hard run. That being said, it is important […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Hydrating Your Summer Training

Guest Blogger Sean Vander Veer shares his favorite dish, that’s perfect for gatherings and entertaining. But of course, not for vegetarians. 😉 Not much in life gets me more excited than a plate full of meat. In this blog post I want to talk about a different type of plate of meat, one that has […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Healthy Charcuterie Board

Sit down with Kristen and Miss South Carolina Pageant contestant, Sophie Keyes to find out what it takes to become a healthy beauty queen. “My weight has always been a constant battle for me. When I was in high school I went from a size 10 to a size 2. I still love food but […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Making of a Beauty Queen

Is cardio the answer to losing weight? Learn why also lifting weights will help you lose it. One of the things a lot of my clients say is, “I don’t want to lift weights because I don’t want to get bulky”, or “I want to lose weight, so I need a good cardio plan”. I […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Weight Training for Weight Loss

Guest Blogger Sean Vander Veer, RD, LD, CPT shares how to spice up your life, with delicious blends of spices and herbs for meat and veggies. Time to spice it up! Spices and herbs offer an easy way to add tons of flavor to any recipe or food item. Many spices and herbs can complement […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Grilling - Meat Rubs with Spices and Herbs