Is fasted cardio good for fat loss? Or just another fad? Find out in the video below…. It’s time to shine a light on the ‘fasted’ versus ‘fed’ cardio debate. Is it really true that a morning cardio workout with no pre-fueling is somehow better for fat loss than eating first? First, let’s see if […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Fasted Cardio Good for Fat Loss

To lose fat, what’s the better option? Cardio or weightlifting? This video answers that question, and gives tips for how to get the best results. It’s one of the top questions I get from clients who want to lose those stubborn pounds, so they get the best results from their efforts. Exercising smartly is the […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Cardio or Weightlifting Better for Fat Loss

Is your performance suffering because of your diet? Good intentions or not, it’s critical to know why your choices with food could be hindering your potential. As a sports dietitian, I help athletes and active individuals fuel their body for better performance, and most of my clients approach me because they’re struggling. I help them […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - How Your Diet is Ruining Your Performance

Are you letting the scale ruin your day? In this video, I share my perspective on whether the scale is your friend or foe. Observe what feelings arise when you approach your scale – are you anxious, worried, filled with dread, or excited? From there, what happens when you actually step on it and see the […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Scale, Friend or Foe

How much of an impact does your diet have on your strength? More than you might think! What you eat has a direct influence on your muscles, and in this video I reveal 3 principles of what you need to eat to best support your strength, no matter what your age or activity level. Eating […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Eating for Strength - the Do's and Do Not's

Is there a reason that High-Intensity Interval Training is all the rage? In this video, you’ll learn why HIIT is definitely a ‘hit’ for fitness and performance, and why it’s such an effective form of exercise to maintain muscle mass, and burn body fat at the same time in just 20 minutes. I don’t know […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Truth About HIIT Training

What do I take to boost my workout performance? In this video I discuss the benefits of one cup of coffee as the best non-supplement workout boost. Who doesn’t want to be able to workout longer and harder, with less perceived exertion? We all want our workouts to be as effective as possible, so in […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Best Non-supplement Workout Boost

In this video clip, I reveal the 3 top reasons your metabolism is suppressed, and how to turn it around. As a dietitian for over 10 years, specifically in sports dietetics, my passion is working with athletes, active individuals and those competing in endurance sports such as runners or triathletes. But there’s a common problem […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - 3 Reasons Why You're Ruining Your Metabolism and How to Fix It

What if you could take a pill, in this case a vitamin, that would prevent a number of health conditions AND improve athletic performance? It could be a reality with vitamin D; also known as the sunshine vitamin. What is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is a hormone that is essential to bone and muscle health. […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Vitamin D For Improving Sports Performance

Protein: Is too much of a good thing not a good thing? Protein is a necessary macronutrient that is necessary for life but does that mean we can eat it in unlimited quantities? The amount of protein one person needs is highly dependent on a number of factors such as age, gender, body composition, sport, […]

Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - How Much Protein do I Need for Optimal Health and Performance