Nutrition

The fitness industry is rife with harmful messaging around food and exercise. Here’s what to know about when food behaviors are a problem.

Hydration isn’t just for race day. The latest science shows that it not only makes you feel better and stronger today, but is key to a long and healthy life.

Boost your recovery the tasty way.

According to a new study, overtraining and underfueling share pathways, symptoms, and diagnostic complexities. Those connections have important implications for long-term adaptation and health.

Four areas the ultrarunning champion is focused on as she moves further into the master ranks, plus expert advice on how to build your longevity in the sport.

For runners, reducing chronic inflammation can have a tremendous impact on your athletic ability.

A registered dietitian offers some high-quality marathon nutrition options.

Did you know that as you age, your protein needs change?

Poke certainly isn't a new creation, but this easy-going incarnation proves that nutritious and delicious can mingle.

When it comes to carb loading, what exactly does the latest science say about an age-old practice—and what are the best protocols to follow to ensure we hit the start line well-fueled?

We dug into tons of egg research, but the answer may not be what you're looking for.

TrackClubBabe knows from firsthand experience how underfueling leads to underperforming.

This convenience food can deliver more than just protein.

The struggle of figuring out what to eat on race day just got a little easier.

If you aren’t getting enough of these six vitamins and minerals, then you’re letting your diet sap your stamina.

Researchers estimate that these simple changes could increase your life expectancy by up to 10 years.

Nutritious and delicious weeknight meals can be the norm—this baked ziti with feta cooks up in 30 minutes with minimal prep.

These unsuspecting ingredients are actually chock-full of a surprising nutrient.

You can do better than soggy instant oatmeal. Here’s how to upgrade your favorite breakfast food to power your day.

360 YOU mentor Mary Cain's biggest piece of nutritional advice? Go see a dietitian. So, we talked to Cain's nutritionist to get the lowdown.

Making healthy and nourishing food choices is hard when you have a busy schedule. Try these five tips to make things easier.

Keep a good mix of carbs, proteins, and fats on-hand to make life a little easier.

If you notice your appetite suddenly picking up around bedtime, one of these seven reasons may be why.

Unraveling a complicated relationship with chronic illness took more than a decade.

What to look for (and what to avoid) when it comes to buying sports drinks, and some dietitian-approved recommendations.

Use these hearty meals to recover after chilly runs and workouts this winter.

Use these three simple but effective nutrition changes to help dig yourself out of a hole.

Exercise is not punishment for eating. So why do we keep buying in to the idea that certain foods need to be burned off with extra training?

If you don’t top off your tank in the morning, you’ll lack the mental and physical energy you need to get through your workout and your workday.

And no, it has nothing to do with them being off limits!

These daily herbal supplements may enhance the effects of your training.

Learn how to fuel with real food on the run.

Boost your runs and health with our guide to the mighty macro. Here are the new rules of protein.

Try making chocolate milk at home to boost its recovery benefits.

Take your health, fitness, and performance to the next level in 2022 with our comprehensive four-week plans.

Eat (and drink) these items to up your carbohydrate intake and reap their endurance performance benefits.

Use this build-your-own-bowl guide to create your go-to meal before big races and workouts.

According to a new study, overtraining and underfueling share pathways, symptoms, and diagnostic complexities. Those connections have important implications for long-term adaptation and health.

For years there’s been a dearth of scientific research on what female bodies need for optimal performance. Here’s what we now know about how women runners should fuel their bodies differently from men.

A new breed of trackers aims to help you optimize performance through diet.

The best high-protein breakfasts for athletes (and no, you don't have to eat eggs).

Our favorite almond butters for value, texture, and more.

Bioavailability reveals which nutrients on the plate work in harmony and which battle absorption.

These unusual up-and-coming sports nutrition products come with some promising research that may make them a popular choice for those putting in the mega-miles.

This soba noodle salad came to be when Shalane Flanagan—and her world-record holder mom—fell in love with homemade peanut sauce.

Registered dietitians and nutritionists offer their best marathon fueling tips for before, during, and after the race.

Tips for nailing recovery nutrition from a dietitian.

Plan your meals around these nutrition basics to feel stronger and more energized.

A nutritionist looks at five superfood powders meant to best supercharge your food and take your nutrition and fitness gains to the next level.

Here’s what the latest science says about eating for sun protection.

Of all of the takes currently floating around the internet, elite runner Sabrina Little argues that the worst is probably the one about how a professional runner would never eat a burrito.

Sore or heavy legs after a long run or workout? You might want to dial in your nutrition.

You're not just being lazy. It's years of human evolution that lead us to avoid things we dislike. But there are ways to overcome those obstacles.

Omega-3s are good for your heart, your brain, and your performance. Yet many athletes fall short on this crucial nutrient.

Running your strongest at any age requires a solid fueling plan. Full stop. But as your body and lifestyle change through the years, so does your optimal nutrition strategy. Here’s how to maximize fueling at any life stage.

With more time to train, your golden decades can represent some of your prime running years.

Dialing in your nutrition now can both directly affect your short-term performance and recovery and also keep you running strong and healthy for years to come.

Here's a big tip: Ditch diets.

The more girls use nutrition to tend to their energy needs, the better they’ll fare.

As the natural, biological change of menopause continues to unfold, many athletes find that what’s worked for them in the past requires adjusting.

Can't say no to salty or sweet foods? Feel a strong urge to consume lots of carbs? Your food cravings are subtle messages from your body, and they're trying to tell you something.

Achy legs. Struggling just getting up the stairs. Is that normal fatigue, or overtraining?

Stay fit, happy, and healthy early in your pregnancy by feeding your body what it needs.

Much like Oprah, we love bread—but not all loaves are created equal. These options are the best thing since, well, you know.

Yes, nutrition advice is often confusing, ambiguous, and hotly debated. But despite all the noise out there, these nuggets are indisputable—and often transformative.

Through a new study, researchers are trying to understand bone health in female ultrarunners.

Are you feeding your gut the right stuff?

Intuitive eating has been found to be associated with a plethora of positive health benefits. Here's how to combine mind-based knowledge and body-based knowledge to make it work for you as a runner.

Had your fill of winter fare? These in-season picks from the market are the perfect way to freshen up your diet and load up on health- and performance-enhancing nutrition.

Did you know that depression manifests in physical ways? Here are the physical signs of depression, what you can do and when to seek help.

Eating enough food can be a high stakes game for athletes.

A new study expands the benefits of the OG health foods.

Think vitamin D is solely for building strong bones? This key nutrient plays a role in your muscles, mood, and energy levels—meaning a deficiency can impact your health in a number of ways.

After hundreds of miles of training and racing, we sat down to learn a bit more about nutrition plans and training tips from a real pro.

Our dietitians explain why avocados should be front and center in your daily food routine.

Glycogen fuels performance, and manipulating it properly can make you stronger.

You can benefit from adding plant protein to your diet, even if you have no plans on going vegan.

Plus, eight easy ways to get more vegetables into your day.

The latest fueling guidelines for maintaining peak running form.

Reflux, regurgitation, and heartburn are all signs something's off in your gut.