Nutrition

Baby spinach and blueberries aren’t the only exciting produce to hit stores once the temperature drops.

A periodized approach to carbohydrate intake means consuming different carbohydrate ratios depending on where you’re at in your training cycle.

Your race week diet can be the difference between a personal best and a DNF. Dial it in with this plan from sports dietitian Jeff Rothschild.

This is a light soup that pairs well with a hearty chopped salad or roasted chicken.

These are the perfect make-ahead option for harried weeknights and can simply be reheated in the microwave.

Not only is this protein affordable, it’s also a versatile go-to meat for simple, healthy recipes.

Your workout could be over before it begins if you don't pay attention to what you're eating before you hit the road.

We can all learn a lot from this meal-by-meal review from sports nutritionist Lauren Antonucci.

Satisfy pizza cravings with this chicken hummus spin.

When the workout ends, what you eat plays a huge role in how you recover.

Packed with protein, Greek yogurt is as versatile as it is good for you.

Try this tasty recipe at the dinner table tonight.

Add some turkey, chipotle chili pepper and refried beans to your sweet potato toast and voila—you've made a tasty meal full of protein.

It's time to start thinking about how you're going to fuel for the upcoming season—and we're here to help.

There’s a difference between exercising to lose weight and training for a race.

Find out what’s really worth your extra hard-earned money and where you can feel good about saving a few bucks.

Use your handy muffin tin to make a bunch of on-the-go salmon frittatas that’ll last you days.

Most people think about roasting a chicken with potatoes on the side, but here we’re going to roast potatoes with chicken on the side.

Low caloric intake can lead to serious consequences for your performance and your overall health.

Use your handy muffin tin to make a bunch of (healthy) French toasties that’ll last you days.

Boiled potatoes have one of the highest glycemic indexes around, which means they rapidly increase your blood sugar giving you a pretty instant burst of energy.

A top coach shares personal advice for day-to-day weight management.

Give yourself a protein boost by trying any of these protein cookies—each of which are editor tested (you’re welcome).

"I come from a food culture, Chinese culture is a culture that is big into practicing commensality, or the idea of eating together, sharing meals together - that was a non-negotiable as a kid."

Stocking-sized gift ideas for the swim, bike, run enthusiast in your life.

Smart tech and fun finds designed to help you get the most out of your food, sleep, and time.

Stocking-sized gift ideas for the swim, bike, run enthusiast in your life.

Let some of nature’s heartiest, vitamin-soaked veggies change the way you build your fall menu.

The simple fact that you are intending to not gain weight during this holiday season already puts you ahead of the game!

These egg cakes/handheld frittatas follow the rules of post-training nutrition, namely teaming up carbs and protein.

A coffee a day keeps the suffering away, say researchers.

Power through your mornings with this nutrient-packed pumpkin banana breakfast bread from triathlete-chef Lentine Zahler.

Why tip the delivery guy when these fuss-free gems offer a tasty riff on pizza night?

An inside look at what it takes to fuel the sport’s top pros in their IMWC lead-up.

While it is simple and inexpensive to prepare, there are a few tricks build into the recipe that make it really special.

A look at two pros who have invested significantly in testing and development of race-day fueling strategies.

Stir up one of these editor-tested fruity, natural sports drinks to fuel and hydrate on the run.

Feed a family of four with this traditional favorite.

“I just rocked a brick session, I deserve fast food, dessert, [insert indulgence here].”

For the most part, there are two types of bonking: hypoglycemia and hyponatremia.

With the abundance of health benefits, it’s time to give fish another try.

To be a nutritionally responsible, well-organized and very prepared traveler, here are some top tips for your next destination race.

A balanced breakfast can be hard to come by on hectic mornings, but these four simple recipes provide the nutrients and flavors for the ideal morning fuel.

Instagram is rife with photos of gorgeous meals, and for good reason: Creating beautiful food is a true art.

With steamed milk and the nutty aroma of toasted wheat berries, this breakfast cereal is worth the wait.

Here's how to avoid turning swim, bike, run into swim, bike, walk. 

Professional triathlete Taylor Spivey shares what fuels her to success.

Fulfill that burger craving with these healthy twists from chef Jessica Cerra.

Cooking seafood may seem intimidating, but this lean source of protein is actually easy to prepare.

Treat your crew to a healthy and flavorful tropical chicken dinner.

"Tri University" columnist Kristin Goett went to the experts to get the best fuel advice for young age-group triathletes.

What we eat all day long, and specifically before and after training sessions or races, greatly affects our immunity and injury rates.

"Performance food is this super-packed little battery."

Why you get stomach ache after swimming - and what you can do to feel better, fast.

Banana, oats, and peanut butter are definitely a recipe for tasty fuel.

Don’t fall for the siren song of chicer nut butters. This simple spread should be a triathlete’s BFF.

It’s true that a balanced morning meal brings about a slew of benefits, including better concentration and more energy.

We have all been there—that unpleasant race-day incident you hope will never happen again.

The good news is that nutritional strategies can help with healing.

Whether it is the “A” race or a big training day, your sports nutrition practice and routines are critical for improving your performance.

These inspiring combinations of ingredients deliver the carbs and protein you need to revive after a tough workout.

Triathlete’s Believe it or Not! weird sports diets you have to read to believe.

There are now energy gels, bars, stroopwafels, and sports drinks on the market that all feature a ginger flavor.

These cocktail-inspired popsicles are a refreshing way to work both tart cherry juice and Greek yogurt into your post-workout routine.

Juice isn’t the only way to get your pre-workout beet power.

Science-backed endurance sports nutrition trends to keep an eye on in 2018.

Forget a magic number. Your body knows when it’s primed for performance—you just have to learn to listen.

Trailblazers have long relied on trail mix for its simple yet energy-dense qualities.

With age, comes physical changes and a resulting need to take a closer look at the diet to optimize performance—and to reduce disease risk and help prolong life.

These little balls of protein and carbs are the ultimate in post-training food.

Recovery is an essential component of triathlon training, but how much recovery do athletes really need?

It depends on how long you’re racing.

We’ve got you covered with the claims that you might see the most often, what they mean and whether or not you should even care.

A sports nutrition experts explains how to use the popular PB&Js as long-ride fuel.

The smartest way to manage your weight for endurance performance is to emulate the methods of the fastest men and women on the planet.

Try out this easy-to-make recipe for as a pre-workout fuel-up snack or a light post-workout recovery snack.

The lowdown on this controversial supplement.

Q: I rode with a buddy last weekend who recommended a new nutrition strategy—a mixture of two new (to me) sports drinks. Should I try it?

This athlete suffers from Celiac disease, resulting in low energy, bonking, and dehydration while training for tri.

Beet supplements are nothing new, so why did I have my DNA and blood tested, and why did I flog myself on a trainer (twice!) in the name of beet science? Read on.

With research continuing to support a plant-based, high-variety diet, here are three items to have on hand, followed by three ideas for easy recovery fueling.

Commit a little time to prepping ahead, and you can cook quality, nutrient-rich meals right on the campground grill, no stove required.

This salmon soup from Finland is full of protein and carbs that’ll help fuel any endurance athlete’s next big workout.

If you’re feeling a little strapped for cash, it’s understandable that you might be looking for places to spend less.

It seems like every week we hear of an endurance athlete thriving on a ketogenic diet, but it can also disrupt other body systems.

Keep your first meal of the day easy and healthy with these convenient options.