Recovery is when you reap the benefits of your training and racing and get stronger, and what you eat can play an important role in the process. Consuming the right foods can help you maximize your training gains, speed up the recovery process, and enhance subsequent performance. Best of all, many delicious foods fit the […]
Category Archives: Recipes
Sesame Date Energy Bites
The Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Energy Bites worked out so well, I was inspired to figure out another simple “bite” recipe that athletes can use instead of commercial energy bars. I found the small portion size is just right, allowing me to doll out energy as I need for long bike rides, roller skis, or […]
Healthy Baking Tip: Use Nut & Seed Butters Instead of Oils
Increase the iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, & fiber in your diet. . . Many people are deficient in important minerals like calcium, iron, potassium, and magnesium because they aren’t getting enough of these minerals in the foods they eat. Focusing your diet on whole, unprocessed foods is a good way to get more of these […]
Banana Mango Sorbet with Lime
Here is a light, refreshing, and healthy dessert that is deceptively rich tasting. It’s also a great way to use up bananas when you have too many ripen at once. Just slice them up and freeze – if you don’t use them for this sorbet, they’ll make your smoothies extra creamy. Adding yogurt to this […]