Taper Nutrition & Carbo-loading For Your Next Race

Spring race season is among us, and for many runners, this could mean gearing up for a goal half or full marathon. Hopefully, in preparation for race day, you have been practicing your fueling strategy throughout the training cycle. If not, we will discuss some key strategies to implement during these peak weeks of training to get you prepared to race.

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Holley Samuel
What is a Registered Dietitian?

What exactly does it mean to be a dietitian? Are nutritionists and dietitians the same thing? Who should I take nutrition advice from? I break down the details of this important subject, all in one blog post!

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Holley Samuel
How to Fuel Your Long Runs

With Spring race season approaching, many runners are starting to ramp up milage, which for many, includes long runs. If this is your first time at a distance like a half, full, or ultra marathon, learning how to fuel your long runs can be daunting. If you are experienced in these distances, you still may be wondering if you’re fuel plan is the best it can be. Let’s dive into current fueling recommendations for endurance athletes of all levels so you can fine tune your fueling strategy.

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Holley Samuel
Navigating the Holidays

As we enter the holiday season, many people- whether they are athletes or not- may find themselves experiencing certain struggles. If you struggle with body image, your relationship with food, and feeling confident in navigating the holidays, check out these tips.

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Holley Samuel
My Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2023

It is officially the start of the holiday season so I wanted to put together this gift guide for you to have for your own wish lists & also anyone else in your life. Feel free to share this with your loved ones along with a *wink wink, nudge* if they ask you for your wish list

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Holley Samuel
Creating Your Race Day Fuel Plan

If your training is starting to wind down before your upcoming goal race, you probably have more time and energy to think about the logistics of your race. Besides planning how you’ll get to the start line, where you’ll be staying, the weather, and what you’ll wear, you also want to put some thought into your nutrition plan.

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