Spoiler: The best diet is not what you think! If you’re an athlete or an active person, losing weight may not be as easy as one might think. You have to balance eating for energy with eating to elicit a weight loss. But I’ll be honest…I’m tired! I’m tired of hearing about the latest and […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Best Weight Loss Diet for Athletes with an Active Lifestyle

The sports nutrition you give your body before a game or competition can make a big difference in your performance! Being a student athlete is hard work – you have to balance school, practice, games and maybe even a job. Eating properly before games and competitions may seem like just one more thing to add […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Sports Nutrition - What Should I Eat Before A Game or Competition

Going on a well-intentioned diet may have the opposite affect of losing body fat. Read on to learn why your diet might be the culprit to unwanted weight gain. Okay, maybe the title is a bit extreme, but it is a humbling question that those suffering from weight gain or the dreaded weight-loss-plateau should ask […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Your Diet Making You Fat