Training on a low-carb diet? Learn the science behind why high-fat / low-carb diets fail to support endurance athletes. Let’s review on a more scientific level about the effects of low-carbohydrate diets in endurance athletes. Also, check out this post by Guest Blogger, Hannah Giangaspro, Exercise Science and Nutrition Intern, where she shares how a […]

For the last few years I have had the pleasure of talking to, meeting and working with trainers from many different places. Every single trainer I have met seems to have some personal style and opinion that shows in their work and the training prescriptions given to their clients. But what is the difference between […]

Trail Fuel: What to pack for backpacking Did you know that a full day of backpacking can translate to your body burning upwards of 3,000-4,000 calories a day? Most backpackers out on the trails tend to under fuel in attempt to avoid carrying a large amount of extra weight. Understandably so- a backpack usually weighs […]

The answer is unfortunately, no.  I frequently get asked the question: “Is weight loss just simply calories in vs. calories out?” or “What is more important, what you eat or how much you eat?” To answer the first question, weight loss is not only calories in vs. calories out. What you eat and how you […]

Sigh, if I had a dollar for every time I was asked this question, I might be a millionaire by now! This is one of the top questions I get asked most frequently, and for a good reason! Every time we enter the gym or look in a fitness magazine we’re bombarded with protein, supplements, […]