Of course no one ever wants to be sidelined with an injury. Though a solid nutrition foundation can minimize risks of injury:...

Hockey tryouts start tomorrow... what should I feed my athlete so they're ready for the next two days? Substitute game or tournament for...

A well-stocked kitchen eliminates the frustration of fueling athletes, especially when time is limited. Certain pantry staples are...

It's undeniable that protein is essential for athletes. But how important is it? If we believe the marketing hype, protein should...

Fueling athletes is challenging. Trying to fuel them last minute is downright stressful. Even during our most hectic days, a stocked...

Most athletes use off-season training as the time for building skills and increasing strength. While this is a great time for athletes to...

While consistent fueling at school is always challenging, it's become even more so as students return post Covid shutdowns. Some students...

I often equate the macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein, and fat) to a sports essential gear: skates, stick, helmet. No ref would let...

Walk into any grocery or convenience store and it’s quickly obvious which products are front and center…Protein bars! Protein shakes!...

I have to admit, sports drinks are one area I totally messed up when travel sports entered our world a decade ago- I was fully riding the...

The majority of athletes come to me with three things in common: they have specific performance goals, they're under hydrated, and...

No doubt, sleep is essential for recovery, especially during multiple games in a weekend. But food is equally necessary. Granted this...

Thanks to Covid restrictions, currently ALL of our games are out of town. While it's fantastic that they're even playing, fueling on the...

It's not easy to convince kids to eat fruits and vegetables just because they're healthier than chips and fries. Although we, as parents,...