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The body can convert the beta-carotene found in this recipe into vitamin A, which has been shown to boost eye, bone and immune health.

Upper body pain isn't always top of mind for runners—but having numb or tingling arms can be distracting when it starts happening mid-run.

Pro Allie Kieffer addresses a reader-submitted question on how to balance maintaining a healthy body weight and eating to fuel long workouts.

This Brussels Sprout Egg Hash recipe is chock-full of vitamins C and K.

The ideal water temperature for your post-workout hydration doesn't necessarily change in response to the weather.

Sometimes listening to your body and breaking with a rigid workout schedule is just what you need to recover and perform better down the line.

Just because sweater weather is here doesn't mean your fruit and vegetable choices have to be relegated to lackluster imports.

In her new column, pro marathoner Allie Kieffer gets real about goal setting.

The inside scoop on the “functional” mushrooms popping up everywhere from drinks to energy bars and supplements.

If you don't have any earmuffs on hand, vaseline could be your secret weapon to beating earache-inducing chilly weather workouts.

A registered dietitian breaks down the science behind why our bodies crave comfort food in the wintertime.

Hungry for a healthy meal but low on time? That's okay—all you need is 15 minutes to tackle this omega-3-rich meal.

These seven tips can help you start the new year off on the right foot.

Think of beets as your runner rocket fuel.

Dave Ochsendorf, M.P.T., M.Ed., A.T.C., explains how improving your posture can make you a stronger runner.

Coach Hillary Kigar advises on when it's okay to run while sick and when you're better off focusing on your recovery by staying in bed.

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.

Societal pressures often make women feel guilty for consuming the amounts of food that their bodies need to maintain active, healthy lifestyles.

This soup from the Vegan Christmas cookbook is sure to be a holiday party hit, as “the vanilla works so well with the earthy creaminess of the parsnip.”

Move over, peppermint mochas—these holiday treats pack a much healthier punch.

This fan-favorite pork tenderloin dinner recipe is infused with a hefty amount of fruity—and healthy!—cherry sauce.

Your body actually recovers faster at this time of the month.

This tasty bean soup is just what you’ve been craving as the late fall temperatures begin to drop.

Those “healthy” post-workout beverages might not be as nutritious as you think.

Who says pizza can’t be healthy?

These healthy pumpkin snacks can help you score the pumpkin fix you’ve been looking for this fall.

The Achilles tendon is extremely important to running, but it’s also easily injured. Here’s how to prevent and treat Achilles pain.

Ready for fall cooking? Try this seasonal favorite, featured in the 2018 cookbook Simply Vibrant by Anya Kassoff.

If you find yourself sitting for hours every day at work or while commuting, this hip mobility exercise might be the injury-prevention tool you’ve been needing.

Autumn is officially here, bringing with it sweater weather, crackling fires and all things pumpkin. Embrace the season with these healthier-for-you snacks and treats.

Healthy falafel? Yes, please! This chickpea-based dish makes a filling post-run snack.

Let’s face it: Running is hard. Try any of these tips and tricks to get yourself through when the miles are feeling longer than normal.

Give yourself a protein boost by trying any of these protein cookies—each of which Women’s Running’s editors tested (you’re welcome).

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

Shalane Flanagan shares a recipe from her new book with Elyse Kopecky, Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow.

Are you vitamin D deficient? Here’s how to make sure you get enough of the “sunshine vitamin.”

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

Though both nutrient-dense seeds are technically considered superfoods, basil seeds haven’t yet experienced their trend-setting moment.

Searing tofu and stuffing it with a punchy pesto transforms this recipe from ho-hum to yum.

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

We all have moments when we crave comfort food—especially in the cooler months. Give in to temptation the healthy way by trying these nine comfort food hacks.

Eat like an elite with this perfect-for-fall pumpkin pancake recipe.

Make a bunch of single-serving pizzas at once with this fun and fast pizza muffin recipe.

We share expert advice on incorporating running into a healthy lifestyle.

Each run is another small step in the journey to our greatest self.

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

This is basically a one-dish meal—every ingredient you need can be tended in just one pan.

Designed with busy schedules in mind, this oven-based recipe allows the cook flexibility to tend to other matters while the risotto cooks.

Recent research on fueling techniques can help you make sure you’re fueling wisely before and after strenuous workouts.

Designed to accommodate your schedule and nutrition plan, this salad brings in-season and nutrient-rich fruit together in a savory fashion.

Applying the “every runner is a real runner” mantra to your own athleticism can be much tougher than relaying its message to other runners.

Healthy greens and savory blueberries come together in this easy-to-make, tasty summer salad.

Fresh basil, known to help reduce stress levels, makes this strawberry salad pop with fresh flavor.

This bright, tart citrus fruit pairs well with creamy avocado, which is loaded with heart-healthy fat, in this filling and colorful salad.

If you’re running crazy miles, you can eat everything in sight—right?

These editor-tested plant-based products provide the protein runners need after hard workouts.

Learn the basics of what classifies as sun damage and what your risk factors may be.

Spark your kids’ curiosity in making healthy choices by teaching them to cook recipes like these, each of which can easily be made at home.

A hearty meat-free meal that’s delicious served hot or cold.

Our editors share their top skincare essentials for summer.

The best food to consume after a run depends on both the duration and intensity of the workout.