Nutrition

Chef Biju Thomas and Dr. Allen Lim bring you this recipe from the new book, Feed Zone Table: Family-Style Meals to Nourish Life and Sport.

I’ve heard dairy is not as healthy as I grew up believing, but don’t I need it for strong bones?

This recipe is ideal for the lifestyle of a busy endurance athlete.

In the metrics that matter, a simple “high-quality” diet is best.

Change up your morning meal with one of these tasty, good-for-you cereals or granolas.

A gluten-free diet can be as healthy—or unhealthy—as any other diet.

There are plenty of sandwich options out there besides bologna, mayo and processed cheese.

This large batch recipe will provide you meals for a week.

Pip Taylor gives a list of foods to keep in your kitchen at all times to ensure that you are always ready to create a healthy meal.

A simple, real food solution to take on your next long ride or run from the new cookbook Feed Zone Portables.

Breakfast, snack or dessert, this coconut chia pudding delivers.

A healthy twist on the Italian classic “pasta and beans,” this is a perfect dish to fuel cool-weather training.

Matt Fitzgerald shares four reasons he advises endurance athletes to give intermittent fasting a pass.

Explore this seasonal fruit with these four recipes.

Pile on the servings of veggies with this beautiful noodle bowl.

Refuel during the post-workout recovery window to supercharge your next session.

Don't judge diets by the foods they include, but rather by their nutrient composition.

This salad is piled high with color, texture and nutrition, which will leave you feeling fueled and satisfied.

On the package of Baobest BaoBites superfruit snacks, it warns that they're “deliciously addictive,” and the Triathlete staff can attest to that.

The point of getting leaner is to enhance race performance; getting lean is not an end in itself.

Load up on endurance athlete nutrient essentials Vitamin B, zinc, and iron with this dark meat chicken preparation.

Staying on top of hydration sounds easy enough, but most athletes struggle with this critical element of nutrition.

Learn how cutting wasteful beverage calories from your diet is one of the easiest and most effective ways to get lean for peak performance.

The Racing Weight Cookbook delivers more than 100 flavorful, easy recipes and is available now in bookstores.

Sara McLarty explains why staying hydrated during your swim sessions is just as important as on the bike and run.

This one bowl is loaded with the immune-boosting and recovery-promoting support that you need as an endurance athlete.

Should you try to maintain your racing weight year-round?

You can enjoy maple ingredients and flavors without that tree tap, gooey mess or frostbite. Here are our six product picks.

Sweet potatoes should have a place in any performance-focused diet.

Flavorful, filling and packed with protein, these tacos are what you need to kick start your day.

Start your mornings off with this wonder grain cooked to sweet perfection.

Learn how focusing on eating good stuff, instead of not eating bad stuff, will help limit the amount of junk you consume.

Stewing kale takes away the bitterness and creates a rich and flavorful broth that you will probably drink out of your bowl.

We look back on the top 10 most popular Recipe of the Week articles featured on Triathlete.com in 2015.

Nutrition expert Matt Fitzgerald discusses the pros, cons, whys and hows of counting calories.

This granola recipe is like having a bowl of crumbled ginger snaps, but with actual nutritional benefit.

There's everyday healthy eating, and then there's fueling for triathlon training.

Cozy up with your loved ones and savor the flavors of the season (without breaking your calorie budget), starting with breakfast.

Our staff is going bananas (sorry, we had to) over the new Bare Snacks Crunchy Banana Chips.

Craving a "comfort" soup? Here are some suggestions for easy, tasty soups that will help you avoid off-season weight gain.

This beautiful cheese tray is perfect for holiday entertaining or your Christmas day feast.

Summer is the perfect time to explore some of the best foods to help you stay hydrated and feeling and performing well.

Served with quinoa, garbanzo beans and tomatoes, this high-protein dish makes a flavorful—and filling!—recovery meal.

If you experience consistent heartburn, avoid the Four C’s (especially before a workout).

While these may look gourmet, you don’t have to be a gourmet chef to make them.

After a hard workout, do you really have time to meticulously study nutrition labels, looking for the perfect ratio of carbohydrate, fat and protein?

Try one of these for products for a convenient way to rev up your recovery routine.

Normally a chilled summer treat, acai shouldn’t just be reserved for that time of year.

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It's OK to indulge a little during this holiday season. Dr. John Berardi discusses the benefits of chocolate for endurance athletes.

Studies have shown that athletes who eat a substantial breakfast tend to be leaner than those who typically skip it.

If you are looking for a lighter dish that is equally filling, this squash is a great alternative.

Adapting your diet for the off-season does have some common pitfalls. Here’s what you need to know.

GI complaints are among the most common and frequent complaints of endurance athletes, in particular runners.

This gingerbread loaf will win over any crowd, no matter the occasion this holiday season

Minimize the weight you gain now, and you’ll have less work to do getting to optimal race weight in 2019!

Enjoy the fall and winter with these tasty products, many of which are available for a limited time only.

Mix up your energy bar routine with Skratch Labs Cookie Mix, which has a list of just seven simple ingredients.

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Shaved Brussels slaw will be a hit on your Thanksgiving table.

A new study done on marathon runners suggests consuming tart cherry juice could reduce certain post-race symptoms.

All you have to do is consistently eat the highest-quality foods most often and the lowest-quality foods least often.

All true tea (as opposed to herbal varieties) comes from one plant: Camellia sinensis. Here are the best to brew.

Filled with whole grains and fiber, these muffins are sure to keep you full when paired with Greek yogurt or eggs.

Despite your best intentions, you could be falling victim to these common nutrition pitfalls.

Among the heavy holiday fare and tempting baked goods, it’s nice to have a light and refreshing recipe on hand.

This simple but flavorful salad complements any fall menu.

This salad combines your favorite fall veggies in a simple preparation.

Just like an engine missing a nut, your body will start to sputter without these nutrients.

How do I avoid gaining a ton of weight in the off-season as in years past? I’d like to stay within 5 pounds of my racing weight.

Colorful, bittersweet and full of health benefits, cranberries are a smart addition to your seasonal menu.

Bar makers are turning out savory creations full of punchy spices—and even meat—that are a welcome addition to store shelves.

Pumpkin is a great addition to any athlete’s menu—it’s loaded with fiber, vitamins A and C, and immunity-boosting antioxidants.

These all serve up a dose of beneficial bacteria to keep your body running on all cylinders.

How should your eating habits change with the race season now behind you?

Nicoise salad is spruced up in this recipe with a yummy herb vinaigrette.

Q: When I travel to races, how can I ensure I make healthy eating decisions?

Rice bowls are an ideal meal for busy athletes.

Creamy white beans, toasty walnuts, crisp fresh veggies, and salty Parmesan are complemented with a sweet and rustic fig dressing.

Lean protein and aromatic veggies make for a healthy twist on comfort-food flavors.

Research has shown that antioxidant-rich foods offer special benefits to runners and other endurance athletes.

Brussels sprouts are one fall and winter vegetable that doesn’t ever seem to lose its appeal.

This simple method of baking creates one light and fluffy cake, ready to cut, eat and go.

One of the most important things to keep in mind for sports performance is that the aerobic engine should match the body frame.

Even the most well-meaning, self-sacrificing, smart triathletes can make nutrition mistakes that prevent them from reaching their goals.

This flavorful meal practically makes itself.

Don’t miss out on the health benefits of the super food chard.

A growing number of athletes are fueling their workouts and lifestyle with a plant-based diet.

With a plethora of drinks, bars, chews and real food options, confusion abounds.

It only looks like candy—these new energy-packed bites contain ingredients to fuel hard-working muscles and satisfy your sweet tooth.