Nutrition
The Incredibly Specific, Occasionally Gross Food We Eat to Fuel Our Races
The strangest and most distinct snacksthe trail
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Less Is More Nutrition
Stay healthy and energized with whey protein
Published: Aug 19, 2024
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Shake Up Your Summer
The golden rulea better, healthier life
Published: Aug 8, 2024
Nutrition
The Smartest Way to Stay Hydrated While Exercising in the Heat
As summer temperatures skyrocket, we're all sweating more during our workouts. Here's how to know if you need more than just water to replenish.
Abigail Wise
Originally Published: Jul 24, 2024 Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Nutrition
How Fat Makes You Fast
Some of the most hardcore athletes in the world are elite race walkers. Moving faster than most people can run, their sport pushes the limits of endurance, pain tolerance, and fueling.
Originally Published: Jul 17, 2024 Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Nutrition
Are SunChips Actually Healthy? A Recovering Junk-Food Enthusiast Investigates.
SunChips’ secret to success was that millennials like me grew up assuming they were better for you than regular chips, thanks to outdoorsy, health-conscious marketing.
Abigail Wise
Originally Published: Jun 22, 2024 Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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How to Fuel Like a Pro Runner
Here’s why the Brooks Beasts use NOW® Sports to optimize their nutrition and recovery—and why it could be right for you, too
Originally Published: May 29, 2024 Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Nutrition
Why Ultrarunner Courtney Dauwalter Eats Whatever She Wants
During a recent press conference, Dauwalter dished on her approach to nutrition and fueling, early-career bonks, and more
Brian Metzler
Originally Published: May 25, 2024 Updated: May 28, 2024
Nutrition
How Much Protein Is Too Much? Wrong Question.
A new study blows up the conventional wisdom about maximum protein doses for athletes.
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Apr 18, 2024
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A Marathon for Every Woman
This is the race women runners have been waiting for
Originally Published: Apr 2, 2024 Updated: May 8, 2024
Nutrition
The Anti-Bonk Diet
After a certain number of hours, endurance races are basically eating competitions
Published: Jan 3, 2024
Nutrition
Honoring Body and Plate with Lifestyle Medicine
How a blend of medicine and intuitive eating can improve your relationship to food
Ingrid Yang
Originally Published: Nov 30, 2023 Updated: Dec 20, 2023
Nutrition
What We’re Testing Now: Our Favorite New Bars, Gels, and Meals for the Trail
…including a Rice Krispie Treat for adults
Lily Ritter
Published: Nov 14, 2023
Nutrition
5 Health Benefits of a High-Protein Breakfast, According to a Nutrition Coach
Whether you’re hoping to build muscle, combat hunger or simply better your overall wellness, upping the protein in your first meal of the day can be key
Rachel Macpherson
Originally Published: Nov 13, 2023 Updated: Nov 14, 2023
Nutrition
The 15 Best Post-Workout Carbs, According to a Nutrition Coach
There are so many carbs to choose from. Here’s a breakdown.
Rachel Macpherson
Originally Published: Nov 7, 2023 Updated: Nov 8, 2023
Nutrition
5 of the Healthiest Canned Foods to Keep in Your Pantry
Want to stock your shelves to set you up for quick, nutritious meals? Look no further than these nonperishable canned foods that pack a nutrition punch.
Matthew Kadey RD
Published: Oct 31, 2023
Nutrition
Stop Falling for These 5 Immunity-Boosting Myths
Don’t let bad advice lead your immune system astray. Find out which immunity-boosting tips are nothing more than myths – and what you should actually do to stay healthy when cold.
Heather Adams
Published: Oct 17, 2023
Nutrition
Do You Need a Multivitamin?
After years of science failing to show the benefits of multivitamins, research has found multivitamins may benefit older adults and athletes
Hilary Achauer
Published: Sep 21, 2023
Nutrition
What Athletes Should Know About Impossible Burger, Quorn, and Other Plant-Based Meats
While plant-based meats may sound like a no-brainer for your health, athletes need to read the fine print
Matthew Kadey
Published: Sep 20, 2023
Nutrition
Need More Energy? Try These 5 Foods Full of Vitamin B12.
Vitamin B12foods
Elizabeth Shaw
Originally Published: Sep 7, 2023 Updated: Sep 8, 2023
Nutrition
Over Sports Drinks? These Fruits Are Naturally Rich in Electrolytes.
Find essential electrolytes like sodium, potassium, magnesium in everyday fruits
Sarah Schlichter
Originally Published: Sep 1, 2023 Updated: Sep 5, 2023
Nutrition
There Are No Good Foods or Bad Foods. Only Tacos.
Broadly labeling a certain cuisine as “unhealthy” is not only wrong—it’s also harmful
Shana Minei Spence
Originally Published: Aug 30, 2023 Updated: May 1, 2024
Nutrition
Do You Need a Greens Powder? Here’s What the Experts Say.
They’re all over your social media feeds, but do they actually work? We turned to a pharmacist and dietician for answers.
Beth Lipton
Originally Published: Aug 10, 2023 Updated: May 20, 2024
Nutrition
Is Overhydration More Dangerous than Dehydration?
Here's why you need to monitor your water intake
Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Published: Aug 8, 2023
Nutrition
Do You Need Electrolyte Supplements at Altitude?
Here's what to keep in mind about hydration supplementation at all elevations
Hilary Achauer
Published: Jul 27, 2023
Nutrition
What's Healthier: Raw vs. Cooked Spinach
Does cooking spinach break down its essential nutrients? Does raw spinach have too much oxalic acid? We find out.
Vegetarian Times
Published: Jul 11, 2023
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5 Secrets to Better Recovery
Balancing training intensity, rest, and nutrition can help your body bounce back faster, reduce soreness, and improve overall performance
Originally Published: Jun 29, 2023 Updated: Sep 11, 2023
Nutrition
Toxic Metals May Be Present in Your Drinks, According to New Research
How concerned should we be about heavy metals in our favorite beverages?
Mallory Arnold
Published: Jun 13, 2023
Nutrition
What People Get Wrong About Intermittent Fasting
Many believe intermittent fasting negatively affects women’s hormones and fertility. The science suggests otherwise.
Hilary Achauer
Originally Published: May 24, 2023 Updated: Dec 20, 2023
Nutrition
5 Easy Ways to Drink More Water
Because staying hydrated doesn’t have to be complicated
Jenny McCoy
Published: May 10, 2023
Nutrition
Why You May Be Hungrier on Your Rest Days than Your Hardest Workout Days
It
Kells McPhillips
Published: Apr 27, 2023
Nutrition
What I Ate Before, During, and After the Boston Marathon
How Outside’s endurance brand director fueled for the most important running day of the year
Mallory Arnold
Melanie Mitchell
Published: Apr 20, 2023
Nutrition
5 Recovery Foods That Pro Athletes Can’t Get Enough Of
Plus, why post workout fueling is so important
Jenny McCoy
Originally Published: Apr 19, 2023 Updated: Sep 13, 2023
Nutrition
Study Shows How Sugar Alters Our Brains
Have an uncontrollable sweet tooth? It might be your brain.
Mallory Arnold
Published: Apr 13, 2023
Nutrition
What Kind of Protein Should Runners Be Eating?
We asked experts how much protein, and what kind runners should be eating, covering vegan to meat-eaters and everyone in between
Mallory Arnold
Published: Apr 10, 2023
Nutrition
Are Some of Your Well-Intended Eating Habits a Problem?
The fitness industry is rife with harmful messaging around food and exercise. Here’s what to know about when food behaviors are a problem.
Zoë Rom
Originally Published: Mar 9, 2023 Updated: Mar 13, 2023
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The Science of Hydration
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.
Originally Published: Feb 27, 2023 Updated: May 1, 2023
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The Health Hack Everyone Is Talking About
Learn about the benefits of being properly hydrated daily
Published: Feb 17, 2023
Nutrition
Want to Live Longer? One Study Says to Eat Like This.
It’s no surprise that what people eat has an impact on their health, but trying to pinpoint exactly what diet out of the hundreds out there is most optimal for a long, healthy life can be overwhelming
Mallory Arnold
Originally Published: Jan 13, 2023 Updated: Jan 18, 2023
Nutrition
I Replaced Running Gels with Real Food and This Is What Happened
How I broke my obsession with the delicious little packets and fueled with real food instead
Mallory Arnold
Originally Published: Jan 11, 2023 Updated: Dec 20, 2023
Nutrition
What a Nutcracker Ballet Dancer Eats in a Day
How Jenelle Manzi fuels to combat health condition and get through her busiest season
Mallory Arnold
Originally Published: Dec 21, 2022 Updated: Dec 22, 2022
Nutrition
There’s a Reason Why We’re so Obsessed with Peppermint
This herb’s relaxation properties may be the reason peppermint is in every product on the shelf. Could you benefit from a cup of tea, capsule or drop of oil?
Mallory Arnold
Published: Dec 19, 2022
Nutrition
The Secret to Healthful Cookies? Research Says It May Be Banana Peels.
Instead of sending your peels to the trash, there may be a way to repurpose them—no composting necessary
Heather Adams
Published: Dec 12, 2022
Nutrition
Feel Like Trash This Holiday Season? Add These Nutrient-Dense Winter Foods to Your Meals ASAP.
It’s easier than you think to add nutritious foods into your diet this season
Mallory Arnold
Originally Published: Dec 7, 2022 Updated: Dec 8, 2022
Nutrition
5 Chef-Approved Vegan Cheeses—and How to Use Them
We asked a chef to test an array of vegan cheeses. Here are his favorites.
Andy Zambrano
Published: Nov 9, 2022
Nutrition
How to Make the Best Bavarian-Style Vegan Bratwurst
These made-from-scratch vegan bratwurst sausages may be better than the all-meat variety
Julia Tausch
Published: Nov 4, 2022
Nutrition
The Best Egg Replacements—and How to Cook Them
We had a chef put these egg replacements to the test
Andy Zambrano
Published: Oct 28, 2022
Nutrition
The Difference Between Zero-Sugar and Electrolyte Sports Drinks
Before you grab a colorful, flavorful sports drink to sip after your next workout, read this
Sarra Sedghi
Originally Published: Oct 27, 2022 Updated: Oct 28, 2022
Nutrition
Stop Wasting Money on Energy Gels and Make Your Own
The processa smoothie
Becky Wade
Published: Oct 21, 2022
Nutrition
FDA Seeks to Change Definition of “Healthy” Foods
The proposal will affect the marketing and packaging of certain cereals, nuts, and fish
Mallory Arnold
Published: Oct 14, 2022
Nutrition
Stomach Issues? Here’s What to Eat When Working Out.
Don’t let an upset stomach ruin a good workout
Jenny McCoy
Published: Oct 12, 2022
Nutrition
What Elite Athletes Are Eating in Winter
Top athletes—from Nordic skier Jessie Diggins to mountain runner Joseph Gray—share a meal-by-meal plan of what they eat on typical winter days.
Megan Michelson
Published: Oct 5, 2022
Nutrition
5 Dietitian-Approved High-Fat Foods
Once vilified, foods containing high dietary fat are now being promoted as an important part of our daily diet
Matthew Kadey
Published: Oct 3, 2022
Nutrition
5 Running Nutrition Myths, Busted
Put down that hydration mix and pick up some carbs
Kylee Van Horn
Published: Sep 30, 2022
Nutrition
Add These 4 Squash Varieties to Your Fall Meals
Level up your fall cooking game with these delicious and nutritious gourds
Mallory Arnold
Published: Sep 28, 2022
Nutrition
I Raced 142 Miles with Six Weeks of Training
How far can professional coaches and a revamped diet take an average off-the-couch gravel cyclist? Pretty far, apparently.
Graham Averill
Originally Published: Sep 6, 2022 Updated: Oct 18, 2022
Nutrition
Six Surprising—and Healthy—Foods to Throw On the Grill
From cheese to leafy greens, serve something unexpected at your next barbecue
Matthew Kadey
Originally Published: Aug 18, 2022 Updated: Apr 30, 2024
Nutrition
No, You Don’t Need To “Earn” Your Next Meal
Eating for activity is not as complicated as you think
Shana Minei Spence
Originally Published: Aug 1, 2022 Updated: Aug 3, 2022
Nutrition
Lumen Claims It Can “Hack Your Metabolism.” Experts Are Skeptical.
Being metabolically flexible helps performance, but do you need an app to track it?
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: May 30, 2022 Updated: Jul 26, 2022
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The Post-Run Beer Fit for Recovery
Celebrate your miles all summer long with a crisp and refreshing nonalcoholic beer that won’t undo your hard work
Originally Published: May 13, 2022 Updated: Jun 6, 2022
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How to Eat (Clean) Like an Alaskan
Recipes and advice from the women behind one of Alaska's most conscious salmon purveyors
Originally Published: Apr 4, 2022 Updated: Jul 7, 2022
Nutrition
How to Make Your Own Stock and Broth
Deliciousthe environment
Becky Wade
Originally Published: Apr 3, 2022 Updated: Apr 18, 2022
Nutrition
Men, Are You Eating Enough to Fuel Your Exercise?
Your unexplained fatigue may be due to calorie deficiency, with serious implications for your health and performance
Richard A. Lovett
Published: Mar 29, 2022
Nutrition
Eating “Healthy” Might Be Hurting Your Performance
Eating right looks different for athletes, and following vague nutrition maxims can have a surprisingly negative impact
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Mar 20, 2022 Updated: Apr 10, 2024
Nutrition
This Is the Best Podcast We’ve Heard About Health
‘Maintenance Phase’ hosts Aubrey Gordon and Michael Hobbes are tackling everything from Halo Top ice cream to the war on obesity
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Jan 13, 2022 Updated: Jan 20, 2022
Nutrition
Eating for Performance Should Be Simple—and Cheap
Overcomplicating sports nutritionprivilege
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Dec 20, 2021 Updated: Mar 30, 2022
Nutrition
How Clean-Eating Rhetoric Is Shaping the Anti-Vax Movement
Actually, we can’t get everything we need from nature
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Nov 9, 2021 Updated: Jan 18, 2022
Nutrition
Why Psychiatrists Are Prescribing Food
The food-mood connectionthe research
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Oct 21, 2021 Updated: Mar 29, 2022
Nutrition
We Still Don't Know What an Eating Disorder Looks Like
Eating disorderspeople
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Sep 7, 2021 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
Noom Is Just Another Fad Diet in Modern Packaging
The popular app promises weight loss without dieting. Then it proposes restrictive eating habits.
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Aug 23, 2021 Updated: Aug 26, 2021
Nutrition
What 5 Olympians Eat in a Day of Training
We asked a handful of athletes competing in Tokyo in various sports to share how they fuel themselves
Christine Byrne
Published: Aug 3, 2021
Nutrition
Proffee Has Exploded on TikTok. Should You Be Drinking It?
The nutrition trendTikTok
Christine Byrne
Published: Jul 23, 2021
Nutrition
5 Ways to Upgrade Your Breakfast
From cereal and waffles to cottage cheese, we found retooled takes on the morning classics
Jesse Sparks
Originally Published: Jul 15, 2021 Updated: Jul 19, 2021
Nutrition
A Wellness Trend That Isn't Bunk? Collagen.
The buzziest supplementour favorite new products
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Jul 14, 2021 Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Nutrition
Don’t Buy What Wellness Influencers Are Selling
Quick fixeswellness influencers
Christine Byrne
Published: Jul 8, 2021
Nutrition
5 Real-Food Snacks to Fuel Your Next Adventure
Sustaining and delicious whole-food mealssnacks
Becky Wade
Originally Published: Jun 18, 2021 Updated: Apr 22, 2022
Nutrition
Ditch the Store-Bought Nut Butter for Your Own
A DIY almond—or cashew, or sunflower—spread should be a staple in any kitchen
Becky Wade
Originally Published: Jun 9, 2021 Updated: Mar 30, 2022
Nutrition
How to Make Homemade Pickles, Nature’s Electrolyte Drink
It’s a fun, easy DIY project that will help elevate any meal or snack
Becky Wade
Originally Published: May 28, 2021 Updated: Jun 27, 2021
Nutrition
A Fat Body Is Not an Unhealthy Body. So Why Do We Keep Fat-Shaming?
Body fathealth
Christine Byrne
Published: May 26, 2021
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How to Eat More (and Better) Meals Outside This Summer
With a little planning and some inspiration, you can make this the summer of alfresco dining
Published: May 19, 2021
Nutrition
Archive
Nutrition
You Don’t Need to Supplement Your Microbiome
Your microbiome absolutely impacts your health, but taking postbiotic supplements won’t do anything to help
Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
I Wrote an Equation to Find the Perfect Adventure Snack
For two years, I logged nearly 70 snack varieties in a spreadsheet on my search for the perfect adventure snack
Ryan Wichelns
Published: May 7, 2021
Nutrition
Is Oat Milk Actually Good for You?
The popular brandCoca-Cola
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Apr 17, 2021 Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
5 Books About Food That Everyone Should Read
Challenge what you think you know about diets, nutrition, and why we eat the way we do
Christine Byrne
Published: Apr 9, 2021
Nutrition
Everything You Need to Know About Air Fryers
Most trendy kitchen appliancesspace
Christine Byrne
Published: Apr 7, 2021
Nutrition
Medicine, Not Healthy Food, Is Still the Best Medicine
Your dietyour health
Christine Byrne
Published: Mar 12, 2021
Nutrition
There’s No Such Thing as an Empty Calorie
All fooda purpose
Christine Byrne
Published: Feb 28, 2021
Nutrition
How to Eat When You’re Injured
Dialingan active person
Becky Wade
Published: Feb 17, 2021
Nutrition
Lodge Closed? These Are Our Editors' Go-To Ski Lunches.
A dietitian weighs in on our favorite packable midday meals
Ula Chrobak
Published: Feb 9, 2021
Nutrition
Is Fast Food Healthier When It's Plant-Based? That Depends.
Alternativesanimal products
Christine Byrne
Published: Feb 3, 2021
Nutrition
There Are No Rules for Healthy Eating
The key to a good diet is flexibility
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Jan 22, 2021 Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
How to Cook with Plant-Based Beef
Spoiler: it isn't all that different from real ground beef
Christine Byrne
Published: Jan 16, 2021
Nutrition
A Curious Eater's Guide to Alternative Flours
You can grind almost anything into a flour, but that doesn't mean you should. Here are six alternative flours that are actually worth trying.
Christine Byrne
Published: Dec 15, 2020
Nutrition
Delicious Recovery-Drink Recipes for the Cold Days Ahead
Swap your protein shakes for these cozy beverages packed with protein and electrolytes
Becky Wade
Published: Dec 13, 2020
Nutrition
Ease into Winter with Backcountry-Approved Comfort Food
Delicious mealsextreme circumstances
Christina Bernstein
Originally Published: Nov 12, 2020 Updated: Sep 28, 2023
Nutrition
The Best Ready-to-Eat Backpacking Meals, According to Experts
We asked a professional chef and a nutritionist to evaluate ten meals. Here's what rose to the top.
Jenny McCoy
Published: Oct 8, 2020
Nutrition
Does Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Do Anything?
In the latest installment of Ask a Doctor, Outside's resident physician dives into trends like vinegar shots and Theraguns
Brian Cole
Originally Published: Aug 16, 2020 Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
You Can't Actually Be Addicted to Sugar
Yes, it tastes great, but it's not a drug
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: May 3, 2020 Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
How This Pro Climber Is Cooking Through the Pandemic
Brittany Griffiththe perfect time
Graham Averill
Published: Apr 28, 2020
Nutrition
It's Fine to Eat More and Exercise Less During Quarantine
Stop worrying about weight gain. The pandemic gives you enough to think about.
Christine Byrne
Published: Apr 13, 2020
Nutrition
If You're Thinking About Starting a Diet, Don't
Nutritionist and journalist Christy Harrison makes a case against the state of nutrition in America in her new book, 'Anti-Diet'
Kathleen Ferraro
Published: Mar 12, 2020
Nutrition
Upgrade Your Oatmeal Like a Pro Athlete
A new spin on a classic, courtesy of ultrarunner Stephanie Howe Violett
Becky Wade
Originally Published: Mar 10, 2020 Updated: Jun 27, 2021
Nutrition
The Newest CBD Craze? Canned Drinks.
Crack open a nice cold can of CBD
Jonah Flicker
Published: Mar 7, 2020
Nutrition
If You Want to Try an Elimination Diet, Read This First
Before trying a fad diet, make sure you have all the information—and eat plenty of calories while you're at it
Molly Hurford
Published: Feb 13, 2020
Nutrition
Can a Customized Sports Drink Give You an Edge?
Personalized drinksshakes
Graham Averill
Originally Published: Jan 21, 2020 Updated: Jun 27, 2021
Nutrition
How to Get Through Dry January
Even casual drinkers may get a few cravings as they go cold turkey. Here's how to beat them.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Jan 19, 2020
Nutrition
The Best (and Worst) Nutrition Advice of 2019
Plentyfood trends
Christine Byrne
Published: Jan 1, 2020
Nutrition
You Don't Need a Fancy Vitamin Subscription
A guidethe misinformation
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Dec 27, 2019 Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Nutrition
Yes, You Can Cook Healthy Without Sacrificing Taste
We tested the most nutritious cookbooks that came out in 2019. Here's what we're sticking with in the New Year.
Kelsey Lindsey
Published: Dec 22, 2019
Nutrition
What Does a Nutritionist Really Do, and Do I Need One?
A registered dietitian nutritionist could help you solve a mystery gut issue, boost your training, or develop a better relationship with food. Here's how to know what to look for.
Molly Hurford
Published: Dec 17, 2019
Nutrition
6 Healthy(ish) Recipes to Crush Your Next Holiday Party
The holidays are all about sharing delicious food with loved ones. These recipes from athletes and chefs will nourish and satisfy.
Molly Hurford
Published: Nov 23, 2019
Nutrition
Everything You Need to Know About Baking Sourdough
Sourdoughhome
Molly Hurford
Published: Nov 13, 2019
Nutrition
5 Stew Recipes for the Cold Days Ahead
A few athlete chefstheir favorite recipes
Molly Hurford
Published: Nov 10, 2019
Nutrition
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry with These Foodie Gifts
From stocking stuffers to splurges
Janna Irons
Joe Jackson
Published: Nov 10, 2019
Nutrition
Wait, Is Red Meat Good or Bad? The Answer: ¯_(ツ)_/¯
Nutrition science
Christine Byrne
Published: Oct 12, 2019
Nutrition
Real-Life Diets of Thru-Hikers on the Appalachian Trail
We took a peek inside their packs and had a nutritionist grade their choices
Kathryn Miles
Originally Published: Oct 10, 2019 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
Should I Be Worried About My Seltzer Consumption?
And everythingthe carbonated-water craze
Becky Wade
Published: Oct 9, 2019
Nutrition
You Should Eat These 11 Vegetables More Often
These underappreciated, nutrient-dense farmers'-market finds are worth adding to your shopping bag
Molly Hurford
Published: Sep 30, 2019
Nutrition
These Coffees Will Do More than Wake You Up
Caffeine is old news on the supplement scene. These next-gen coffee products aim for additional benefits.
Graham Averill
Originally Published: Sep 22, 2019 Updated: Jun 27, 2021
Nutrition
How to Make Sure Kids Have a Healthy Relationship with Food
What we teach our kids about nutrition can impact them for the rest of their lives
Molly Hurford
Published: Sep 18, 2019
Nutrition
3 Recipes for DIY Sports Drinks
Making your own delicious performance beverage is as cheap as it is easy
Amanda M. Faison
Published: Sep 17, 2019
Nutrition
Magnesium Might Be the Nutrient You're Missing
Here's how to tell if you're getting enough of this essential, overlooked nutrient
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Sep 11, 2019 Updated: Oct 4, 2022
Nutrition
The Not-So-New Rules of Healthy Eating
A good diet is a balance of nutrition, flexibility, and giving your body what it needs
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Sep 9, 2019 Updated: Oct 4, 2022
Nutrition
Weight Watchers’ New App for Kids Is a Very Bad Idea
The new program, called Kurbo, could encourage dangerous habits for young people
Brad Stulberg
Published: Aug 16, 2019
Nutrition
Cool Recovery Meals for Hot Summer Days
When it's too hot to cook, opt for refreshing salads, noodle bowls, and smoothies
Molly Hurford
Published: Aug 8, 2019
Nutrition
Everything I Do to Avoid Stomachaches on Race Day
Start-line nerves, finish-line beers, and lots of fast, hard miles in between aren't easy on the gut. Here's what I've learned over a decade of racing.
Molly Hurford
Published: Aug 2, 2019
Nutrition
This Is the Beginning of the End of the Beef Industry
Alt meatstranded assets
Rowan Jacobsen
Published: Jul 31, 2019
Nutrition
These Are the Best Gas-Station Snacks
We have a lot of opinions about how to make the most of your pit stop, whether you're headed to or from an adventure
The Editors
Originally Published: Jul 28, 2019 Updated: Oct 6, 2022
Nutrition
Meal Replacements Still Don't Taste Good
The global meal-replacement market is growing at nearly 7 percent annually and expected to reach $20.6 billion by 2021. But as we hack nutrition for hyperefficiency, have we evolved past the need for deliciousness?
Jessica Furseth
Published: Jul 26, 2019
Nutrition
Counting Calories Doesn't Work
Calorie countinga huge burden
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: Jul 17, 2019 Updated: Oct 5, 2022
Nutrition
Amelia Boone Opens Up About Her Eating Disorder
The world-champion obstacle course raceranorexia
Amelia Boone
Published: Jul 12, 2019
Nutrition
Bedtime Snacks Can Be Great for You
Late-night calories can boost recovery and set you up for an active day. Here, a nutritionist weighs in on athletes' favorite snacks.
Becky Wade
Published: Jul 3, 2019
Nutrition
There Are More Delicious, Plant-Based "Meat" Products Than Ever
The days of veggie burgers that taste like cardboard are over
Sarah Jampel
Originally Published: Jun 17, 2019 Updated: Jun 27, 2021
Nutrition
5 Ways to Save Money on Backpacking Food
The tastiest nutrient-dense optionsbackpackers
Molly Hurford
Published: Jun 17, 2019
Nutrition
Are Eggs Bad for You? The Verdict Is Still Out.
The breakfast staple has had a rough go of it in the last few decades. So are they good for you or not?
Christine Byrne
Published: Jun 15, 2019
Nutrition
What’s New in Hydration Research
Hydrogels, electrolytes, and drink frequency top the list at this year’s ACSM conference
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Jun 11, 2019
Nutrition
Here’s the Latest Research on Protein and Muscle-Building
Insights from this year’s ACSM conference on how to lift, what to eat, and how that affects endurance athletes
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Jun 10, 2019
Nutrition
I Tried to Eat Local in Brooklyn for Two Weeks—and Totally Failed
I thought most of the food I ate came from nearby—until I put that presumption to the test
Sarah Jampel
Published: Jun 2, 2019
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Fit for Life: Jedidiah Ballard
How this ex-combat surgeon, ship’s doctor, fourteener hiker, and aspiring ninja stays strong
Published: Jun 1, 2019
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Fit for Life: Brianna Bernard
Losing 100 pounds was only the beginning. Here’s how Brianna Bernard, a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and mother, stays healthy every day.
Published: Jun 1, 2019
Nutrition
What Happens to Runners on a Ketogenic Diet?
Wethe latest data
Alex Hutchinson
Published: May 30, 2019
Nutrition
The Savory Snacks We Love for Long Workouts
Energya dessert
Molly Hurford
Published: May 29, 2019
Nutrition
The Way We Eat Will Change Drastically in Our Lifetimes
We wanted to know: in the face of climate change and innovation, how will food fare? Top food experts weigh in.
Madeleine LaPlante-Dube
Published: May 24, 2019
Nutrition
How Much Iron Is Enough for Endurance Athletes?
The thresholds that define low iron can be different for athletes compared to non-athletes
Alex Hutchinson
Published: May 23, 2019
Nutrition
A Guide to the Best Meal Delivery Services
Healthy and convenient or too good to be true? Our writer sampled a dozen of the most popular brands to find out.
Kate Siber
Published: May 22, 2019
Nutrition
You Should Try Eating Quinoa for Breakfast
Powerthis protein-packed grain
Lauren Bedosky
Published: May 11, 2019
Nutrition
Laird Hamilton's Day in Food
How to fuel for an action-packed 24 hours
Laird Hamilton
Originally Published: May 7, 2019 Updated: Jun 27, 2021
Nutrition
Intuitive Eating Is the Opposite of Dieting—That's Why We Love It
Old-school diets may have fallen out of favor, but diet messaging is still everywhere. Intuitive eating promises to help you drown it out.
Christine Byrne
Originally Published: May 2, 2019 Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Nutrition
Sweat Science: The Keto Conundrum
The ketogenic dietathletes
Originally Published: Apr 30, 2019 Updated: Jan 20, 2023
Nutrition
4 Ways to Upgrade Your Grilled Cheese
Recommendations from athletes and chefs on boosting flavor and nutrition in this all-American snack
Molly Hurford
Published: Apr 29, 2019
Nutrition
A Probiotic Pill May Keep Marathoners Out of the Port-a-Potty
New research suggests that a month of probiotic supplementation reduces GI symptoms in runners
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Apr 25, 2019
Nutrition
Yes, You Need Carbs. Here's When to Eat Them.
Even bagels, pasta, and sweets deserve a place in your personal food pyramid
Molly Hurford
Published: Apr 24, 2019
Nutrition
How We Turned Blueberries into Superfoods
Thanks to savvy marketing, science, and luck, blueberries helped usher in a new era of health food obsession
Doug Bierend
Published: Apr 23, 2019
Nutrition
Caffeinated Snacks to Carry on Training and Race Days
Six portable waysyour fix
Graham Averill
Originally Published: Apr 23, 2019 Updated: Jun 28, 2021
Nutrition
Can You Eat Your Way Out of Inflammation?
Once again, science says that fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are really good for you
Christine Byrne
Published: Apr 17, 2019
Nutrition
This Film Honors the Real MVP: PB&J
In this short video, Mike Hopkins honors the true hero behind all great adventures—the humble peanut butter and jelly sandwich
Originally Published: Apr 12, 2019 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
How to Get a Bigger Boost from Caffeine
To counteract caffeine tolerance, new research suggests you need to swear it off temporarily
Alex Hutchinson
Originally Published: Apr 11, 2019 Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Nutrition
Your Definitive Guide to Milk Alternatives
Bored with plain old soy milk? Here's everything you need to know about the ever expanding milk aisle.
Molly Hurford
Published: Apr 11, 2019
Nutrition
Are You Overdosing on Caffeine?
Signsmore harm
Michael Easter
Published: Apr 1, 2019
Nutrition
3 Easy Vegan Meals to Try On Your Next Backpacking Trip
Spice up your on-trail diet with these creative vegan recipes
Molly Hurford
Published: Mar 18, 2019
Nutrition
Archive
Nutrition
Is 'Clean Eating' Good for You? Not Really.
Trying to eat perfectly all the time is a losing battle
Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
6 Ways to Eat Less Takeout
Eating out ruining your diet and your budget? Here's how to do it less.
Abby Langer
Published: Mar 12, 2019
Nutrition
6 Meal-Replacement Bars That Don’t Taste Horrible
On-the-go food you actually want to eat…
Graham Averill
Originally Published: Mar 7, 2019 Updated: Jun 28, 2021
Nutrition
The First Step to Eating Well? Meal Planning.
Spending timethe kitchen
Alison Van Houten
Published: Feb 28, 2019
Nutrition
Stop Cooking with Coconut Oil
Coconut oil's health benefits are overblown, at best. Here are five healthy alternatives.
Molly Hurford
Published: Feb 27, 2019
Nutrition
How to Make Desserts with Protein Powder
Make your sweet tooth work for you
Molly Hurford
Published: Feb 21, 2019
Nutrition
No Superfood Will Save You from Getting Sick This Winter
Oranges, ginger, garlic, even chicken soup—most of our so-called cold-fighting foods don't do much for us when we're under the weather
Cindy Kuzma
Published: Feb 20, 2019
Nutrition
Sports Drinks Are Overhyped. But They Work.
The evidence in support of carbohydrate drinks is flimsier than you might think—which is why the results of a new study are worth paying attention to
Alex Hutchinson
Originally Published: Feb 12, 2019 Updated: Jul 26, 2022
Nutrition
How Energy Bars Became America's Favorite Snack
When outdoor athletes launched the first energy bars more than 30 years ago, no one could have predicted it would revolutionize the way Americans eat. A look inside the hottest—and strangest—category in natural foods.
Marc Peruzzi
Published: Feb 4, 2019
Nutrition
There's New Data on the Beet Juice Boost
The benefits of beet juice seem to be weaker in trained athletes. They just need more of it, a new study suggests.
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Feb 1, 2019
Nutrition
A Controversial New Hydration Strategy: Drink When You’re Thirsty
A new multi-study reviewa hydration plan
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Jan 31, 2019
Nutrition
Five Protein Bars That Taste like Candy Bars
Come for protein. Stay for chocolate.
Jeremy Rellosa
Originally Published: Jan 29, 2019 Updated: May 28, 2024
Nutrition
What I Learned by Eating Only Meat for a Month
This fall I joined the ranks of Shawn Baker's all-meat cult for 30 days. Here's what happened.
Andrew Zaleski
Published: Jan 22, 2019
Nutrition
Meal Prep Right with These Food Storage Containers
Five different ways to store a week's worth of food
Graham Averill
Published: Jan 20, 2019
Nutrition
5 Easy Vegan Recipes for Hungry Athletes
No matter how many miles you're putting in, these recipes will satisfy your cravings
Molly Hurford
Published: Jan 17, 2019
Nutrition
Can a Fasting Diet Help You Live Longer?
A fast-mimicking programProLon
Mary Turner
Published: Jan 8, 2019
Nutrition
All the Bad Habits We Won't Give Up in 2019
The editorsall the things
The Editors
Published: Dec 28, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Holiday Diet Is No Diet
Our advice for maintaining your nutrition and training goals this holiday season? Chill out.
Abigail Barronian
Published: Dec 21, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Cookbooks to Give the Athlete in Your Life
Give the ultimate holiday present: new ideas for healthy and delicious meals
Kelsey Lindsey
Published: Dec 19, 2018
Nutrition
Eat These Breakfast Casseroles All Week Long
Delicious recipesnutrients
K. Aleisha Fetters
Published: Dec 18, 2018
Nutrition
5 Diet Resolutions You Shouldn't Make This Year
Don't set yourself up for failure
Molly Hurford
Published: Dec 18, 2018
Nutrition
These Are Our Favorite CBD-Infused Treats
Keep calm and snack on
Michael Easter
Published: Dec 16, 2018
Nutrition
How to Make Your Own Kombucha and Fermented Snacks
Kimchi, kombucha, and pickled veggies all have one thing in common: good-for-you bacteria
Molly Hurford
Originally Published: Dec 6, 2018 Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Nutrition
Forget Probiotics. Focus on These Foods Instead.
Dietary fiberbeneficial bacteria
Ula Chrobak
Published: Nov 30, 2018
Nutrition
These Are the Pillars of Modern Sports Nutrition
To fuel for athletic success, consider specificity, periodization, and personalization
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Nov 29, 2018
Nutrition
7 Recipes to Impress Everyone at Your Holiday Parties
Wild rice stuffingdate pumpkin pie
The Editors
Published: Nov 21, 2018
Nutrition
The Greatest Challenge on a Solo Antarctic Crossing? Food.
Colin O’Bradyenough calories
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Nov 14, 2018
Nutrition
Laird Hamilton: Most Superfoods Are Super Duds
Most nutrition trendsa few exceptions
Laird Hamilton
Published: Nov 14, 2018
Nutrition
Your Diet Can Make You Depressed. It Can Also Help.
What you eat changes how you feel. These foods are the best for your brain
Michael Easter
Originally Published: Nov 13, 2018 Updated: Mar 30, 2023
Nutrition
How to Eat Healthy (and Ethically) on a Budget
Planet-friendly foodthe bank
Molly Hurford
Published: Nov 4, 2018
Nutrition
The Only Chili Recipes You'll Ever Need
Stave off the fall cold with these three delicious recipes
Molly Hurford
Published: Nov 2, 2018
Nutrition
Perfect Meals for Before and After Running
Long-distance runningThese foods
Ula Chrobak
Published: Oct 24, 2018
Nutrition
How Runner Allie Kieffer Is Fueling to Win
This video from Nine Mind Asylum features runner Allie Kiefer’s focus on nutrition in an effort to qualify for the 2020 Olympics.
Originally Published: Oct 19, 2018 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
An Academic's Downfall Reveals the Sketchiness of Food Science
As head of Cornell University's Food and Brand Lab, Brian Wansink built a career portfolio out of questionable research practices. His resignation has prompted a call for massive reforms in the profession.
Reid Singer
Published: Oct 19, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Fuel of 2019
Six ways to get your caffeine fix, plus one for the decaf crowd
Ariella Gintzler
Published: Oct 10, 2018
Nutrition
If You're Thinking About Fasting, Read This First
An everyday athlete's guide
Molly Hurford
Published: Oct 9, 2018
Nutrition
These Are the Best Backcountry Snacks from Trader Joe's
Okay, we'll admit it. Our office is, like, five minutes from a TJ's.
The Editors
Published: Oct 9, 2018
Nutrition
What Chicago Marathon Runners Eat on Race Day
Athletestheir nutrition rituals
Molly Hurford
Published: Oct 5, 2018
Nutrition
What You're Really Putting in Your Body When You Eat Gu
There are a lot of obscure ingredients in Gu gels. Here's what they actually do for you.
Ula Chrobak
Published: Oct 2, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Protein Bars, According to Lifters
Get your protein in while pleasing your sweet tooth
The Editors
Published: Oct 2, 2018
Nutrition
Why One Pro Cyclist Eats Stir Fry for Breakfast
Eating habits
Molly Hurford
Published: Sep 26, 2018
Nutrition
Bulk Up with These Favorite Protein Powders
Get the results you’re looking for with one of these crowd-favorite powders
The Editors
Published: Sep 25, 2018
Nutrition
Here's What We Know About Vitamin D and Performance
The benefits are still murky, but experts say there's no harm in adding more to your diet
Ula Chrobak
Published: Sep 4, 2018
Nutrition
Can a Ketone Drink Help Break Cycling's Biggest Record?
An Italian cyclist takes aim at the sport’s most storied record, with the aid of a controversial fuel.
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Aug 30, 2018
Nutrition
Here's How We're Fueling Our End-of-Summer Epics
The breakfasts and trail snacks that get Outside staffers through long days
The Editors
Published: Aug 28, 2018
Nutrition
Everything You Know About Detoxing Is Wrong
Your body could use a boost, but a cleanse isn't the answer
Clare Menzel
Published: Aug 23, 2018
Nutrition
Shalane Flanagan's Favorite Post-Run Meal
Shalane FlanaganElyse Kopecky
Christine Yu
Published: Aug 16, 2018
Nutrition
6 Quick and Easy Paleo-Friendly Snacks
A host of companies are offering easy, snackable paleo options that you can order online
Julie Walmsley
Published: Jul 31, 2018
Nutrition
What You Should and Shouldn't Eat Before a Run
Eating for endurance can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be
Sara Angle
Originally Published: Jul 30, 2018 Updated: May 4, 2023
Nutrition
The Case for Switching Up Your Eating and Sleeping Patterns
Youeverything
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Jul 25, 2018
Nutrition
Are Antinutrients Hurting Your Diet?
Antinutrients are the buzzy new word in nutrition, but they're not quite what their name would imply
Sara Angle
Published: Jul 25, 2018
Nutrition
Ditch the Vending Machine for These Healthy Desk Snacks
Stave off midday munchies with these editor-approved options
The Editors
Published: Jul 13, 2018
Nutrition
Why Ultrarunning Legend Karl Meltzer Fuels With Bacon and Beer
Meltzersuccess
Carly Graf
Published: Jul 5, 2018
Nutrition
The Ultimate Post-Ride Recovery Meal
Don't ride on empty. Eat something that’s good enough to feed the pros.
Sara Angle
Published: Jul 3, 2018
Nutrition
Blame Your Cravings on Your Unhealthy Brain
When it comes to our appetites, we’re no different than our caveman ancestors
Nick Heil
Published: Jul 3, 2018
Nutrition
The Foods You Should Be Eating at Every Age
Getting older doesn't have to keep you from setting new PRs
Carly Graf
Published: Jun 28, 2018
Nutrition
Stock Up on This Powerhouse Summer Produce
Summertimeseason
Sara Angle
Published: Jun 22, 2018
Nutrition
Pea Protein Is the Best Protein
The little green legumesthe plant-based fitness world
Sara Angle
Published: Jun 19, 2018
Nutrition
The Athlete's Costco Grocery List
It's the one-stop shop for healthy fuel. Here's a grocery list, plus meal ideas for how to best use the store's cheap, high-quality ingredients.
Michael Easter
Published: May 31, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Fuel for Your Longest Sufferfests
Six pro endurance athletesthe long haul
Julie Brown
Published: May 30, 2018
Nutrition
The Truth About Electrolytes (You Probably Drink Too Many)
They're in your gels, chews, and drinks, but do you really need them?
Sara Angle
Published: May 21, 2018
Nutrition
You're Eating Protein All Wrong
For optimal muscle gains, when you eat matters just as much as what you eat
Sara Angle
Published: May 16, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Homemade Snacks According to the Pros
These between-meal bites are major performance boosters. And they can be whipped up fast in your kitchen.
Carly Graf
Published: May 11, 2018
Nutrition
Our Favorite Post-Sufferfest Food
After an hours-long day in the mountains, all we want to do is eat. These are the Outside staff's go-to meals.
The Editors
Published: May 4, 2018
Nutrition
5 One-Pan Performance Meals
The easiest waythis basic formula
Michael Easter
Published: Apr 27, 2018
Nutrition
So You Want to Get Your Dog on a Raw-Food Diet
Here's how to do it without breaking the bank
Wes Siler
Originally Published: Apr 24, 2018 Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Nutrition
The Supplements Experts Take
The world of capsules, pills, and powders is fraught with junk science and sketchy brands. Here's how the professionals wade through the confusion.
Sara Angle
Published: Apr 18, 2018
Nutrition
PB&J Is the World's Best Performance Food
It might taste indulgent, but a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is effective and more affordable than the average energy bar
Michael Easter
Originally Published: Apr 9, 2018 Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Nutrition
The Best Ways to Hydrate, According to Us
Pounding fluida miserable experience
The Editors
Published: Apr 4, 2018
Nutrition
The Athlete's Perfect Grocery Store List
These grocery storeyour nonstop adventuring
Sara Angle
Published: Mar 30, 2018
Nutrition
Yet Another Reason to Get More Sunlight
New researchultraviolet light
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Mar 22, 2018
Nutrition
An Athlete's Guide to #Trending Diets
You've heard about paleo, keto, Whole30, IIFYM, and intermittent fasting. But can they support an active lifestyle?
Sara Angle
Published: Mar 20, 2018
Nutrition
Why Caffeine Might Not Make You Faster
It's the most reliable performance booster in the world—unless you have the wrong genes
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Mar 16, 2018
Nutrition
Move Over, Soylent. There Are New Meals-in-a-Bottle in Town.
We investigated whether it's possible to get a healthy and delicious meal in a bottle
Susan Lacke
Published: Mar 16, 2018
Nutrition
Yep, Pizza Can Be a Recovery Fuel
The secretthe toppings
Gordy Megroz
Published: Mar 15, 2018
Nutrition
9 Foods (Including Coffee!) That You Should Have Every Day
When in doubt, reach for these science-backed ingredients
Michael Easter
Published: Mar 14, 2018
Nutrition
Stop Eating Sandwiches for Lunch
Steer clear of takeout, snack foods, and grab-and-go sandwiches
Wes Judd
Published: Mar 12, 2018
Nutrition
The Secret to Dieting Success? Sleep
Sure, eating less is the main driver of weight loss, but nailing the right amount of shut-eye each night helps too
Michael Easter
Published: Mar 5, 2018
Nutrition
Ketone Drinks Are 2018's Superfuel
With the arrival of a long-rumored drink, endurance athletes want to know
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Mar 2, 2018
Nutrition
The Scientific Case for a Big Breakfast
For long-term health in endurance athletes, when you eat is nearly as important as how much you eat
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Feb 28, 2018
Nutrition
Archive
Nutrition
Our Editors' Favorite Snacks
Whenever we hit the road for a daylong sufferfest or weekend adventure, we stock up on these bars and gels
Nutrition
Eating to Reverse Aging
Octogenarian Dr. Arthur De Vany, renowned for his theory of evolutionary fitness, shares his diet with Tim Ferriss
Tim Ferriss
Published: Feb 26, 2018
Nutrition
How to Use Caffeine on Race Day
This performance enhanceryour game
Sara Angle
Published: Feb 22, 2018
Nutrition
Elite Athletes Have Some Strange Eating Habits
Don't knock 'em until you've tried 'em
Sara Angle
Published: Feb 20, 2018
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Raising the Bar
Gary EricksonClif Bar
Published: Feb 9, 2018
Nutrition
The Simple Meal That's Powering Team USA
Oats, eggs, and coffee reign supreme
Michael Easter
Published: Feb 9, 2018
Nutrition
The New Science of Training Your Gut
Testing the idea that you can improve your ability to eat on the run
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Feb 8, 2018
Nutrition
Your Hungry Brain Is Making You Fat
Evolution has made humans instinctually crave sugary, fatty, and salty foods. Here's how you can fight back.
Originally Published: Feb 6, 2018 Updated: Jan 20, 2023
Nutrition
5 Athletes on How to Turn Toast into a Power Meal
And yes, avocado is a mainstay
Colette Harris
Published: Feb 1, 2018
Nutrition
8 Foods to Cure a Weak Stomach—for Good
Plus, the trainingit
Wes Judd
Originally Published: Jan 29, 2018 Updated: Jun 16, 2022
Nutrition
Eat This to Build Muscle
These real foods deliver all the complete proteins you need to build strength and reduce the risk of injury
Sara Angle
Published: Jan 24, 2018
Nutrition
A Spirited Defense of Protein Powder
It isn't the answer to all your muscle-building woes, but it is a smart nutrition option for outdoor athletes. Fact is, you likely can't get enough protein without it.
Michael Easter
Published: Jan 18, 2018
Nutrition
Does Your Gut Hold the Secret to Performance?
The microbes in our digestive systems can affect everything from our mental health to our weight and vulnerability to disease. So why not athletic performance? New science is set to revolutionize the way we eat, train, and live.
David Ferry
Published: Jan 15, 2018
Nutrition
Inside Athletes' Guts
In the name of citizen science, we peered inside the bellies of Outside staff—and seven elite athletes
David Ferry
Published: Jan 15, 2018
Nutrition
How to Boost Your Microbiome
Wondering how to ensure that your gut is healthy? We're here to answer your most pressing questions.
David Ferry
Originally Published: Jan 15, 2018 Updated: Nov 9, 2021
Nutrition
The Nut Butters Our Editors Love
The high-protein, calorie- and nutrient-dense snack is a staple in our Santa Fe office. But there's more than one spread to power an adventure.
The Editors
Published: Jan 12, 2018
Nutrition
3 Recipes to Boost Your Microbiome
The ideal healthy-gut dietperformance
David Ferry
Published: Jan 12, 2018
Nutrition
Going Vegan Can* Be a Huge Performance Booster
*With some important caveats
Michael Easter
Published: Jan 11, 2018
Nutrition
The Vitamins Every Athlete Needs (And No, We're Not Talking Pills)
We're not talking pills. It's all about picking foods that are naturally packed with supplements.
Sara Angle
Published: Jan 8, 2018
Nutrition
The Best Performance Food for Every Activity
The sports-nutrition marketa helpful guide
Wes Judd
Published: Jan 4, 2018
Nutrition
Five Nutrition Apps to Help You Eat Healthy
Create a training plan to fit your goals, learn to shop smart, and steer clear of sneaky nutritional pitfalls with these five expert-picked apps.
Carly Graf
Published: Dec 29, 2017
Nutrition
Turn Your Pasta Into Performance Food
Six athletes on how they elevate this dish from plain noodles to delicious, healthy bowls of endurance fuel
K. Aleisha Fetters
Published: Dec 27, 2017
Nutrition
Here's What Ultrarunner Mike Wardian Eats to Win
Youa spider-man meal plan
Gordy Megroz
Published: Dec 18, 2017
Nutrition
The Evolution of How Mountaineers Fuel
A close look at the food and tech that has allowed humankind to climb higher, faster
Dan Roe
Published: Dec 15, 2017
Nutrition
The Best (And Worst) Foods to Keep You Full
Plus, a case for changing the way you think about calories
Michael Easter
Published: Dec 5, 2017
Nutrition
Gifts to Make Healthy Cooking Easier
Stay fueled from the first mile to the last with these gadgets, books, and pantry staples
Sara Angle
Published: Dec 4, 2017
Nutrition
Can Baby Food Replace My Sports Gels?
Athletes are looking for whole-food options to replace their chemical counterparts. We asked one writer to test high-end baby food and report back.
Dan Roe
Published: Nov 29, 2017
Nutrition
Can You Eat Frozen Dinners for Five Weeks Healthily?
We taste tested 15 meals to see if the road to culinary and nutritional bliss can start in the microwave
Kaitlyn Tiffany
Published: Nov 18, 2017
Nutrition
26 Tips for Healthy Eating
A master listthe most worthwhile nutrition advice
Carly Graf
Published: Nov 16, 2017
Nutrition
How to Start Fasting
A beginner's guide to the burgeoning nutrition trend
Kyle Boelte
Originally Published: Nov 10, 2017 Updated: Jun 22, 2022
Nutrition
The Athlete's Guide to Healthy Grains
Because there's more than just brown rice out there
Sunny Montefiore
Published: Nov 9, 2017
Nutrition
Exactly What to Eat After Every Kind of Workout
Optimize your recovery by perfecting your post-exercise meal
Sara Angle
Published: Nov 7, 2017
Nutrition
I Tried Every Fueling Product at My Local Running Store
And this is what happened
Susan Lacke
Published: Nov 2, 2017
Nutrition
6 Supplements You Don't Need to Take (And What to Eat Instead)
Quit popping pills. These nutrient-dense eats have all you need for peak performance.
Sara Angle
Published: Oct 30, 2017
Nutrition
6 Kitchen Appliances That Will Transform Your Training
As an athlete, you're only as good as your diet. Equip your kitchen with tools that make healthy cooking easy and you can elevate your performance, no additional miles required.
Wes Judd
Published: Oct 24, 2017
Nutrition
9 Seasonal Foods Athletes Should Load Up on This Fall
Everyone loves pumpkins, squash, and apples—but these lower-profile ingredients taste great and boost performance
Sunny Montefiore
Published: Oct 18, 2017
Nutrition
How the World’s Best Athletes Get Their Caffeine Fix
Seven adventurerstheir favorite legal performance enhancer
Wes Judd
Published: Oct 16, 2017
Nutrition
An Honest Guide to Sports Gels
Outside staffers share their thoughts, feelings, and angry mid-workout musings on the endurance sports world's favorite fuel
Colette Harris
Originally Published: Oct 6, 2017 Updated: Sep 16, 2022
Nutrition
Making Energy Bars with Sasha DiGiulian
Sasha DiGiulian shows us how to make her favorite energy bar recipe alongside fellow climber Meagan Martin.
Originally Published: Oct 6, 2017 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
5 Endurance Foods Found at Any Gas Station
You don't need to scour the shelves for "healthy" foods. Sometimes the processed stuff is best.
Michael Easter
Published: Oct 4, 2017
Nutrition
Eat Your Eggs Like Athletes Do
These athlete-approved dishes deliver maximum nutrition per bite, so you're fueling with every forkful
Sara Angle
Published: Sep 29, 2017
Nutrition
Oatmeal Is Still the World's Best Performance Breakfast
Sure, it's old fashioned. But it's also nutritional rocket fuel, and athletes are making it taste great. Here's how.
Wes Judd
Originally Published: Sep 28, 2017 Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Nutrition
Planning the Future of Nutrition, One Shot Blok at a Time
Our writer spent a week riding bikes with the founder of Clif Bar to learn about the next great innovations in the performance fuel space
Tom Vanderbilt
Published: Sep 26, 2017
Nutrition
The Best Savory Snacks to Boost Your Performance
In a world dominated by the super sweet, these saltier, crunchier products are taking a stand
Colette Harris
Published: Sep 20, 2017
Nutrition
The Food Diaries of a PCT Thru-Hiker
What you eat while on the trail can make or break your ability to make it to the finish
Matt Vasilogambros
Published: Sep 16, 2017
Nutrition
The 5 Biggest Fat Myths
Your nutritionbad advice
Dan Roe
Published: Sep 11, 2017
Nutrition
Tricks from 9 Pro Athletes for Eating Well on the Road
Making healthy meals while traveling doesn't have to be hard
K. Aleisha Fetters
Published: Aug 28, 2017
Nutrition
The Giant Peppermint Patty That Powered the First Everest Ascent
The story of how a confectionary mishap helped Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay reach the world's most famous summit
Ailsa Ross
Published: Aug 21, 2017
Nutrition
How to Meal Prep Like an Elite Athlete
During intense training, it's easy to let good nutrition fall to the wayside, but it's also the most important time to get fueling right. Here's how to do it.
Colette Harris
Published: Aug 10, 2017
Nutrition
Wherein the Waffle Goes High-Performance
These Euro-style waffles are the hot new performance fuel, so we put a bunch of flavors to the test to figure out how they stack up to the real thing
Colette Harris
Originally Published: Aug 4, 2017 Updated: Sep 16, 2022
Nutrition
Welcome to the Jerkaissance
Our favorite free-range, protein-packed, delicious snacks
David Ferry
Published: Jul 25, 2017
Nutrition
How Endurance Athletes Use Herbal Supplements to Get an Edge
The science on how, or even if, these powders, capsules, and goos really help remains inconclusive. But many athletes believe the placebo effect alone may be enough to nudge them to victory.
Gordy Megroz
Published: Jul 25, 2017
Nutrition
Everything You Need to Know About Protein Powders
Your simple guidethe right way
Michael Easter
Published: Jul 19, 2017
Nutrition
A History of Marathon Fueling
What was once spontaneous consumption has turned into a science of its own
Tom Layman
Published: Jul 17, 2017
Nutrition
5 Food Label Myths, Debunked
Thanks to a shrewd food marketing industry and slick packaging schemes, we're overpaying for products that make major health claims with little real nutritional payoff
Dan Roe
Published: Jul 14, 2017
Nutrition
How to Ramp Up Training and Stay Healthy—No Matter Your Diet
Keto, paleo, vegan, and more—we've got you covered. A few key adjustments to these basic nutrition programs ensure you can tackle heavy-effort loads and still fuel the way you want.
Selene Yeager
Published: Jul 12, 2017
Nutrition
Your Favorite Athlete's Favorite Smoothie
Make the most of your smoothies
A.C. Shilton
Published: Jun 29, 2017
Nutrition
The Inextricable Tie Between Eating Disorders and Endurance Sports
Climbers, cyclists, runners, and all kinds of other athletes—both men and women—are starting to speak out about disordered eating in their communities
Nora Caplan-Bricker
Published: Jun 23, 2017
Nutrition
10 Foods Athletes Should Add to Their Grocery Lists
Quinoa, bananas, and peanut butter are recurring characters, but add a little more flavor (and nutrition) to the plot by tossing in these surprising purchases
Perri Ormont Blumberg
Published: Jun 19, 2017
Nutrition
An Athlete's Ode to the Potato, the Original Superfood
Plain old spuds
Michael Easter
Published: Jun 15, 2017
Nutrition
Today's Paleo Diet Looks Nothing Like What Cavemen Used to Eat
Growing researchthe paleo movement
Selene Yeager
Published: Jun 12, 2017
Nutrition
Why Athletes Should Eat Local
How to best fuel your body based on where you live
Colette Harris
Published: Jun 9, 2017
Nutrition
The Definitive Ranking of Clif's Nut Butter Bars
Outside staffers on which flavors they'd pack for their races and which they'd rather leave behind
Carly Graf
Published: Jun 1, 2017
Nutrition
10 New Snacks to Beat Afternoon Energy Slumps
Fuel up between meals with these healthy options
Perri Ormont Blumberg
Published: May 31, 2017
Nutrition
How Athletes Can Get the Most from a Vegan Diet
A new cookbook explains how to feed your hungry family or a group of marathoners without calorie-dense meats
Meaghen Brown
Published: May 30, 2017
Nutrition
Drinking Yourself to Death
There's a flipside to dehydration that kills athletes and otherwise healthy people every year. And it's on the rise.
Originally Published: May 30, 2017 Updated: Jan 20, 2023
Nutrition
What Really Happens When Runners Lose Their Periods
More womenamenorrhea
Christine Yu
Published: May 25, 2017
Nutrition
The Best Energy Snacks of 2017
Get the most out of your workouts with these energy sources
Ben Fox
Published: May 23, 2017
Nutrition
7 Nutrition Experts on Their Favorite Cookbooks
Where healthy-eating pros turn for inspiration, education, and great recipes
Carly Graf
Published: May 23, 2017
Nutrition
What I Learned from Weighing My Food for 4 Months
Among other things: potatoes are the shit, junk food is OK, and everything you know about serving sizes is wrong
Michael Easter
Originally Published: May 12, 2017 Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Nutrition
Our Writer Ate Like Tom Brady for a Week
And it wore me out
Michael Easter
Published: May 11, 2017
Nutrition
What I Learned from a Year of Intermittent Fasting
It won't solve all your health problems, but it might make your life a bit better
Kyle Boelte
Originally Published: May 10, 2017 Updated: Dec 20, 2023
Nutrition
Collagen Supplements Aren't Doing You Any Good
Some athletes and trainers claim the structural protein helps stave off injuries like ACL tears. Don't listen to them.
Marjorie Korn
Published: May 8, 2017
Nutrition
Everything You Need to Know About Sports Drinks
There's no magic potion, but if you perfectly pair your sports drink with your workout, you can boost your performance and recover more quickly
A.C. Shilton
Published: May 2, 2017
Nutrition
How to Pick Your Jerky
This salty snack has taken center stage as a healthy, protein-laden endurance fuel
Marjorie Korn
Published: Apr 24, 2017
Nutrition
The Definitive Guide to the Ketogenic Diet
To visualize what the most popular diets in America really look like, we built our own pyramids. Here's what a day on the fat-first ketogenic diet should look like.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 24, 2017
Nutrition
The Keto Diet: Explained
Watch to learn the basics of of this new nutrition trend before trying out the fat-fueled keto diet.
Originally Published: Apr 24, 2017 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
The Yogurt Cheat Sheet
Take the guesswork out of the supermarket's most crowded aisle
Selene Yeager
Published: Apr 20, 2017
Nutrition
7 Easy-to-Make Endurance Fuels That Are Cheaper and Tastier Than Energy Bars
And more effective
Michael Easter
Originally Published: Apr 20, 2017 Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Nutrition
A Day in the Life of the Paleo Diet
To visualize what the most popular diets in America really look like, we built our own pyramids. Here's what a day eating paleo should look like.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 14, 2017
Nutrition
Archive
Nutrition
The Paleo Diet: Explained
The Paleo Diet, which consists of eating only what our distant ancestors might have eaten, has become one of the most popular nutrition trends over the past 10 years.
Originally Published: Apr 14, 2017 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
Build the Ultimate Trail Mix
Kick the store-bought options to the curb and go with this DIY formula for delicious, all-day energy
Nutrition
What Boston's Elite Runners Eat During Marathon Week
We asked four pros how they fuel for race day. We learned not to fear the beer and that sweet potato popsicles are the bomb.
Martin Fritz Huber
Published: Apr 10, 2017
Nutrition
The Food Runners Will Need to Eat to Break the 2-Hour Marathon
The record attempt will depend as much on the runners' food and hydration strategies as their speed and stamina
Heidi Mills
Published: Apr 5, 2017
Nutrition
How to Eat Like a Nutritionist (No Diet Required)
It doesn't have to be all kale salads and quinoa
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 4, 2017
Nutrition
Is All Protein Created Equal?
Rather than gobbling up protein from anywhere, pay close attention to how you're eating this nutrient
A.C. Shilton
Published: Mar 28, 2017
Nutrition
Here's How to Make Sugar Work for You
When used correctly, it plays a crucial part in an athlete’s diet. Follow these guidelines to stay on track.
Marjorie Korn
Published: Mar 24, 2017
Nutrition
How Do I Avoid GI Distress When Running?
There's something crucial missing from your race-day training, and it has nothing to do with mileage, time, or intervals
A.C. Shilton
Published: Mar 20, 2017
Nutrition
The World's Most Unhealthy Health Foods
Don't sabotage your nutrition efforts with shady supermarket products masquerading as health food. Here's how to avoid the worst offenders.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Mar 14, 2017
Nutrition
Why Ramen Makes the Best Recovery Food
Your next recovery mealpower ramen
Graham Averill
Published: Mar 14, 2017
Nutrition
The Secret Foods Elite Athletes Eat
Frosting! Cookies! Peanut butter! It's all fair game during long days of racing.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Feb 28, 2017
Nutrition
Not All Sugars Are Evil
Your gels and powders and loaded with sugar, which doesn't have to be a bad thing. Here are the sugars to avoid and the ones that are OK.
Luke Whelan
Published: Feb 21, 2017
Nutrition
How Sugar Is Slowly Killing You
Two new bookssugar
Nick Heil
Published: Feb 13, 2017
Nutrition
A Longtime Fitness Editor Does Some Soul Searching
One of the leading labs in health and food science is under fire for shoddy research. The implications for the science community and journalists who report on the field are vast. But how much does the research matter for the average person?
Scott Rosenfield
Published: Feb 9, 2017
Nutrition
Is Nut Milk Really Milk?
Proposed legislationdairy products
A.C. Shilton
Published: Feb 6, 2017
Nutrition
Sorry, Folks, Beer Isn't a Health Food
It seems like once a week there's a new study pointing to the potential health properties of beer. We decided to investigate.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Feb 2, 2017
Nutrition
The New Rules of Hydration
There's a ton of misinformation about how much to hydrate and when, but the basics are actually pretty simple. Here's what you need to know.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Jan 17, 2017
Nutrition
The Case for Laying Off the Booze This Month
Give your liver a break and you may gain a performance advantage, too
A.C. Shilton
Published: Jan 6, 2017
Nutrition
Yes, It's Possible to Eat Healthy at McDonalds
The healthiest items to order when you’re stuck with nothing but McDonalds or Wendy's
A.C. Shilton
Published: Dec 13, 2016
Nutrition
The Silencing of a Low-Carb Rebel
South African physician Tim NoakesBill Gifford
Bill Gifford
Published: Dec 9, 2016
Nutrition
You're Not Allergic to Dairy, and You Don't Need a Test to Prove It
Over-the-counter tests promise to cure your food-related ailments, but some question whether they work, and others warn they might do more harm than good. I decided to give one a shot to find out.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Nov 17, 2016
Nutrition
Keep Fit Through the Stuff-Your-Face Months
Our three-point proposal can keep you fit through the stuff-your-face months
Chris Cohen
Published: Nov 16, 2016
Nutrition
Forget Everything You Know About a Healthy Diet
New researchfact
Gordy Megroz
Published: Nov 15, 2016
Nutrition
The Case for Cheating on Your Diet
Some athletesa-week
A.C. Shilton
Published: Nov 9, 2016
Nutrition
How Fast Food Fueled the Trans-America Run
Here’s what it takes to fuel someone who’s running over 70 miles a day for 42 days
Martin Fritz Huber
Published: Nov 2, 2016
Nutrition
The Definitive Superfood Ranking
It seems like everything in the grocery store is labeled "super." We dove into which foods are actually proven, by science, to be good for you and which ones are all hype.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Oct 31, 2016
Nutrition
The Best Fuel of 2017
Performance snacksGuacamole Thanks
Will Egensteiner
Published: Sep 30, 2016
Nutrition
A Day in Food on the Ketone Diet
How endurance athlete Patrick Sweeney puts away nearly 3,000 calories a day on the ketone diet
Erin Beresini
Published: Sep 19, 2016
Nutrition
Is the Ketogenic Diet Right for You?
The diet has quietly become the rage among ultra-endurance athletes and elite soldiers, and it's a surprisingly yummy way to fuel up.
T.J Murphy
Published: Sep 19, 2016
Nutrition
Protein Powder Isn't Just for Body Builders and Fraternity Bros
A new generation of natural protein powders build muscle and aid recovery the clean way
Wes Judd
Published: Sep 12, 2016
Nutrition
How Fasting Could Make You Faster
A growing number of scientists, athletes, and even a retired general believe that fasting leads to better health. Should you listen?
Meaghen Brown
Published: Aug 29, 2016
Nutrition
The Recipe for the World's Best, Healthiest Granola
This staple of dirtbags and endurance athletes gets a lot of love—and a lot of hate. Here’s why it just may be the most polarizing breakfast food.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Aug 17, 2016
Nutrition
The Wishy-Washy Science Behind Beets, Everyone's Favorite Legal PED
New researchcertain athletes
A.C. Shilton
Published: Aug 8, 2016
Nutrition
The Nutrition Secrets of Gold-Medal-Winning Olympians
It's all about experience, eating slow, and going beyond the comfort food
Gordy Megroz
Published: Aug 1, 2016
Nutrition
Women Are Not Small Men, So It’s Time to Stop Fueling Like Them
A new book examines sex-specific fueling, the role of female hormones in performance, and why you're probably not eating enough carbs
A.C. Shilton
Published: Jul 25, 2016
Nutrition
How Skinny Are the Top Tour de France Riders, Really?
Plus, Lance Armstrong’s favorite on-the-bike snack
Vernon Felton
Published: Jul 22, 2016
Nutrition
What Riders Eat in the Tour de France
What riders eat to make it through the world’s toughest bike race
Vernon Felton
Published: Jul 22, 2016
Nutrition
How the Tour de France Diet Has Changed Over the Decades
How has eating changed at the world’s biggest bike race? We made it our mission to find out.
Vernon Felton
Published: Jul 22, 2016
Nutrition
8 Tools Athletes Use to Fight the Heat
Productsyour core temperature
Meaghen Brown
Published: Jun 9, 2016
Nutrition
What Athletes are Eating, According to Google
And why they’re more susceptible to diet trends
Erin Beresini
Published: Jun 6, 2016
Nutrition
The Latest Fuel Trend: Get Watered by Plants
Is it time for a hydration upgrade?
Graham Averill
Published: May 31, 2016
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The End of Muscle Cramps?
It sounds too good to be a true, but a Nobel Prize-winning neuroscientist just developed a new product, HOTSHOT™, the first-ever scientifically proven sports shot to prevent and treat muscle cramps. Here's everything you need to know about 1.7 oz of Neuro Muscular Performance.
Published: May 27, 2016
Nutrition
The Best Energy Food of 2016
Snacksthe engine
Will Egensteiner
Published: May 10, 2016
Nutrition
The Ultimate Performance Diet for Human-Powered Adventure
What Mike Horn will eat when he walks to both poles
Chris Brinlee Jr.
Published: Apr 21, 2016
Nutrition
The 10 Best Pre-Run Meals
Stay fueled without feeling stuffed with one of these quick-and-easy options
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 15, 2016
Nutrition
What to Eat While Running
A runner cannot exist on sports drinks alone. Here's how to refuel on your toughest runs.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 15, 2016
Nutrition
The 10 Best Recovery Plates
There's more to life than drinking smoothies after every run. Here are 10 great options to help you rebuild after tough workouts.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 15, 2016
Nutrition
Is Iron the Answer to Training at Altitude?
Why Aussie athletes often turn to supplements when living high
Erin Beresini
Published: Mar 29, 2016
Nutrition
How Much Protein Do You Really Need?
More is not always better
Erin Beresini
Published: Mar 29, 2016
Nutrition
How to Prep Your Meals Like a Pro Triathlete
With some smart strategizing, you can make seven healthy dinners a week without missing a single workout
A.C. Shilton
Published: Mar 18, 2016
Nutrition
How to Eat Better: Life-Hacking Special
The secreta healthy diet
Will Cockrell
Originally Published: Mar 17, 2016 Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Nutrition
The Latest on Low-Carb, High-Fat Diets
Wethe data
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Mar 9, 2016
Nutrition
Does Working Out In the Cold Burn More Calories?
Here’s your cheat sheet for stoking the furnace during winter workouts
A.C. Shilton
Published: Feb 9, 2016
Nutrition
The 10 Best Comfort Foods for Athletes
Favesperformance
Erin Beresini
Published: Feb 8, 2016
Nutrition
The Science Behind the Cup that Brews Zero-Calorie Sodas
Promisesaxe sugar
Erin Beresini
Published: Jan 9, 2016
Nutrition
Why Soda Bans and Calorie Counts Just Don't Work
Making nutritional information more prominent is only useful to the extent that people actually act on the information they receive
Martin Fritz Huber
Published: Jan 6, 2016
Nutrition
Deadly Substances Are Lurking in Your Supplements
A growing number of quick-fix supplements have a dirty secret, and it’s killing young, otherwise healthy people looking for an edge. So what is the FDA going to do about it?
Christopher Solomon
Published: Dec 22, 2015
Nutrition
When the Bonk Workout Is a Bad Thing
A new studytraining
Erin Beresini
Published: Dec 17, 2015
Nutrition
Energy Drinks Are Not the Enemy
A new study
Erin Beresini
Published: Dec 17, 2015
Nutrition
Vegans Will Own the Podium
Why ultrarunners, climbers, and NFL linemen are turning to plant power
The Editors
Published: Dec 7, 2015
Nutrition
Superbugs! The Athlete's Guide to Probiotics
The human body is awash with microbes, inside and out. And scientists are now discovering just how important that is for athletes.
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Dec 3, 2015
Nutrition
How to Make the Most of Caffeine
Best practicesa good buzz
Meaghen Brown
Published: Nov 30, 2015
Nutrition
Deconstructing Our Food System’s Chemical Dependency
A new bookone white powder
A.C. Shilton
Published: Nov 25, 2015
Nutrition
Yes, Everything Is Killing You
And how to put off being totally, utterly f*ed
Erin Beresini
Published: Nov 16, 2015
Nutrition
Nutrition Is Actually Really Simple. Why Must We Overcomplicate It?
A new studya healthy weight
Matt Fitzgerald
Published: Oct 28, 2015
Sponsor Content
Triathletes Kiss Debilitating Muscle Cramps Goodbye
Not even the most brutal conditions and toughest races can stop these athletes
Published: Oct 28, 2015
Nutrition
Why Do We Get Cravings When We Exercise?
Do you really need the calories or just want them out of habit?
Erin Beresini
Published: Oct 26, 2015
Nutrition
The Indian Superfruit That Could Help You Recover Faster
Unpacking the buzz around the latest performance food
Adam Roy
Published: Oct 7, 2015
Nutrition
The Best Fuel of 2016
Stay energized and last longer
The Editors
Originally Published: Oct 6, 2015 Updated: Oct 22, 2021
Nutrition
Sorry, Algae Is Not the Gatorade of the Sea
The so-called superfood is attempting a comeback, but don’t be fooled by its siren call
Erin Beresini
Published: Oct 2, 2015
Nutrition
That Wall of Energy Bars Is Growing Harder to Navigate
Don't let decision fatigue daunt you. Underneath all those wrappers lay a few core principles to fuel your workouts.
Brad Stulberg
Published: Oct 1, 2015
Nutrition
This Dog-Sized Fruit Is What You Should Be Eating Instead of Meat
Plant-based diet practitionersSoutheast Asian
A.C. Shilton
Published: Sep 10, 2015
Sponsor Content
A Scientific Solution to (Finally) Stop Muscle Cramps
New findingsendurance athletes
Published: Sep 1, 2015
Nutrition
Curious and Hungry, We Tested the Latest Hydration and Nutrition Fads
We test three of the latest performance fuels in search of the ultimate podium snack
Erin Beresini
Published: Aug 28, 2015
Nutrition
What the Hell Is Paleo, Really?
Recent newsthe popular bacon-infused diet
Nick Heil
Published: Aug 26, 2015
Nutrition
The Truth About Endurance Athletes and Salt
No, athletes aren't OD'ing on salt pills. But here's when you should lay off of them.
Erin Beresini
Published: Aug 21, 2015
Nutrition
8 Winning Dinners for Athletes
It's your final chance of the day to recover from training and to prep muscles for tomorrow's adventure. Follow the lead of these eight athletes.
Gordy Megroz
Published: Aug 11, 2015
Nutrition
Slick Marketing Has Athletes Drinking Fat-Infused Water. That's Crazy.
Could oil infused water be your next hydration beverage?
A.C. Shilton
Published: Aug 4, 2015
Nutrition
Drinking 2.5 Liters of Watermelon Juice Is Supposed to Make You Faster....We're Skeptical
A new study hints that the popular summertime appetizer could boost athletic performance. But don’t go nuts just yet.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Jul 22, 2015
Nutrition
Foote's Pre-Hardrock Feast Is Healthier than Your Strictest Dinner
A visual appreciation
The Editors
Published: Jul 13, 2015
Nutrition
Archive
Nutrition
Do We Really Need Another Superfood?
Cutting through the hype about chia, flax, hemp, pumpkin, and sesame seeds
Nutrition
Never Buy a Bar Again: 5 Delicious DIY Alternatives
Keep it fresh—and save money—with homemade fuel
Lindsey Emery
Published: Jun 17, 2015
Nutrition
The 5 Ingredients that Belong in Your Fridge
Simple mealsyour athletic endeavors
Lindsey Emery
Published: Jun 17, 2015
Nutrition
The 4 Paleo Commandments All Athletes Should Follow
You don’t need to go all in to reap health and performance benefits from the famous diet
Adam Roy
Published: Jun 17, 2015
Nutrition
The Best Fuel of 2015
The best fuel2015
The Editors
Published: May 14, 2015
Nutrition
Make the Best Lunch of Your Life
Here's how world-class athletes do the trickiest meal of the day
Gordy Megroz
Published: May 8, 2015
Nutrition
Vegan Diets Aren’t for Everyone, but They Can Be Life-Changing
From ultra-athlete Rich Roll’s new cookbook, "The Plantpower Way"
Devon Jackson
Published: May 5, 2015
Nutrition
The Athlete's Guide to Moderate Drinking
I enjoy beer in moderation, even when training for races. But I have friends who stop drinking entirely for a month leading up to the big day. Are they on to something?
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: May 1, 2015 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Our Nutrition Labels Aren't Working. So What Will?
The real takeawaynutrition labels
Adam Roy
Published: Apr 30, 2015
Nutrition
How To Bake Like a King
Pro peloton racer Ted King
A.C. Shilton
Published: Apr 28, 2015
Nutrition
The Best Thing to Come from Bodybuilding Is this Diet
On some gut level, you already know that trends like “raw,” “alkaline,” and the “warrior diet” are useless—harmful, even. The key to not falling for them? Think macro.
David Despain
Published: Apr 25, 2015
Nutrition
Is Paleo Without the Meat Really Paleo?
A new cookbookthe world
Adam Roy
Published: Apr 10, 2015
Nutrition
Finally, Paleo Goes Portable
Presenting a fresh line of meals that are sure to sate your inner caveman.
Allison Woods
Published: Apr 7, 2015
Nutrition
Save the Butter for Your Toast
Are biotech entrepreneurs on the leading edge of science or just looking to make a quick buck? A little of both, probably.
Erin Beresini
Published: Apr 7, 2015
Nutrition
The Recovery Market Has a Fake Food Problem
Yes, Happy Meals, according to recent research, make for a surprisingly effective post-exercise meal. But the real takeaway has nothing to do with the Golden Arches: real food—not expensive bars or scientifically formulated shakes—is almost always best.
Warren Cornwall
Published: Apr 2, 2015
Nutrition
Mark Our Words: Yerba Mate Is the Next Coffee
The herb offers a caffeine fix similar to that of coffee, plus vitamins and other beneficial plant compounds. But you have to get over the hay-like smell, wood chip taste—and potential health pitfalls.
David Despain
Published: Mar 31, 2015
Nutrition
Using Fitness Data to Track…Peeps?
The not-so-surprising finding: Above all else, we love little drops of chocolate and sugar
Erin Beresini
Published: Mar 31, 2015
Nutrition
Paleo Meals We Actually Want to Eat
A new cookbook breaks some traditional Paleo rules. Result: It's packed with recipes you'll actually want to make.
Adam Roy
Published: Mar 17, 2015
Nutrition
Phase Two of the Smoothie Craze Has Arrived
You favorite supplementspowder form
Will Egensteiner
Published: Mar 17, 2015
Nutrition
Stand-Down, Gluten Haters. Athletes Need Pasta.
Pasta’s street cred has taken a hit recently as more athletes shun gluten and prioritize whole grains. But spaghetti still deserves a place on your plate for the simple reason that it's one of the best performance foods you can buy.
Kelly Bastone
Published: Mar 11, 2015
Nutrition
Sorry, Probiotics Are Way Overhyped
Microbes are now being hawked to athletes to prevent sickness and improve recovery. We talked to several experts to separate hype from fact.
David Despain
Published: Mar 5, 2015
Nutrition
Endurance Athlete? You May Be Iron Deficient.
Maybe. But first, don't assume you're actually iron deficient.
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Feb 27, 2015 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The Secret to Good Nutrition? Eat Like the Elites.
Performance-enhancing recipesSimon Lusky
Robert Lillegard
Published: Feb 27, 2015
Nutrition
Why Athletes Should Use Caffeine Patches
For the first time, the energy-boosting adhesives are being marketed specifically to athletes. Here's what you need to know about them.
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Feb 25, 2015 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
How to Forage for Your Next Energy Bar
Stop that lawnmower! Your urban backyard is packed with hidden performance-enhancing plants that can be tossed together to make an ancestral wonder meal.
Christopher McDougall
Published: Feb 25, 2015
Nutrition
The 5 Nutrition Rules Every Athlete Should Know
Bottom linehealth
Brad Stulberg
Published: Feb 23, 2015
Nutrition
Athletes Shouldn't Drink Soylent (Try This Instead!)
Ambronite is a new competitor in the meal-on-the-go market. But is it any better than offerings like Soylent?
Katherine LaGrave
Published: Feb 23, 2015
Nutrition
Food Intolerance Is the Next Gluten
An undiagnosed reactionyour pre-race meal
Rachel Jacqueline
Published: Feb 19, 2015
Nutrition
The Best Healthy Breakfasts, According to 8 Outdoor Athletes
Because no one podiums at noon or tags a summit at dusk without a proper first meal
Gordy Megroz
Originally Published: Feb 13, 2015 Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Nutrition
Your Backyard Is the Best Grocery Store
You have no idea how much food can be found right outside your door. In Part 6 of Natural Born Heroes series, a veteren forager teaches Christopher McDougall how to get the most out of his front lawn. …
Originally Published: Feb 6, 2015 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The 10 Weirdest Things You Can Eat at an Aid Station
Some of these funky foods from races all around the world will give you a performance boost. Others you should avoid at all costs.
Robert Lillegard
Published: Feb 4, 2015
Nutrition
How to Solve the Grocery Store Temptation Maze
Why even the healthiest athletes stock their carts with Lucky Charms and Ben & Jerry’s—and how to beat the junk-food craving once and for all.
Brad Stulberg
Published: Jan 29, 2015
Nutrition
Why Bone Broth Is the Ultimate Recovery Drink
Guess what? The latest trend food has been at aid stations for decades, and for good reason. Broth is packed with muscle-boosting minerals and sodium for post-race recovery. Here's why, and when, to drink up.
Lindsey Emery
Published: Jan 22, 2015
Nutrition
The Truth About the Post-Workout Beer
Exactly what alcohol does to athletic performance
Devon Jackson
Published: Jan 16, 2015
Nutrition
Nope, Restaurant Nutrition Labels Don't Work
Restaurantsthe cheesecake
Brad Stulberg
Published: Dec 16, 2014
Nutrition
The Save-the-Planet Diet Will Make You Faster
Environmental concernsMediterranean
Ben Radding
Published: Dec 15, 2014
Nutrition
It's Okay. You Should Gain Weight During the Holidays.
I'm a runner coming off my competitive season, and I've been super vigilant about watching my weight. Is there anything wrong with gaining a few pounds over the holidays?
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Dec 11, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Your Olive Oil Is Lying About Its Virginity
How to tell the impostors from the real, health-boosting, extra virgin variety.
Amanda Ruggeri
Originally Published: Dec 9, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Your Sandwich Sucks. This Is How You Build a Better One.
How to build a better one
Devon Jackson
Published: Dec 5, 2014
Nutrition
Never Get Sick Again! 5 Cold-Crushing Foods
Use these foods to toughen up your gut
Will Egensteiner
Published: Nov 20, 2014
Nutrition
Ditch the Gel. Eat a Sweet Potato.
The day of the gel has come and gone. Elite athletes are ditching the sugar-laden junk for natural on-bike nutrition, and pro cyclist Ally Stacher is leading the charge with her new sweet potato bars.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Nov 18, 2014
Nutrition
Sorry, There's No Such Thing as a Superfood
It's time to dump the rankings and review the facts
Devon Jackson
Published: Nov 14, 2014
Nutrition
PB&Js Make the Best Energy Bars
Pro ski mountaineer Meredith Edwards dishes
Katie Arnold
Published: Nov 13, 2014
Nutrition
Candy-Fueled Workouts? Yes.
My house is filled with sweets this time of year. Can I use them instead of sport gels and gummies for long runs and bike rides?
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Oct 30, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
This Gum Will Help You PR
Olympian Nick Symmondspre-race caffeine
A.C. Shilton
Published: Oct 27, 2014
Nutrition
No, All Energy Drinks Aren't Sports Drinks
More evidenceathletic events
Devon Jackson
Published: Oct 9, 2014
Nutrition
Even Athletes Are Addicted to Junk Food
We've taught ourselves to consider high-calorie snacks a reward for hard work. But there's a secret to making our diets more effective and keeping the weight off—and it has nothing to do with willpower.
Ben Radding
Published: Oct 8, 2014
Nutrition
Fat Makes a Comeback
Long shunned by endurance athletes looking to stay lean, the enemy is having a moment
Alex Hutchinson
Published: Oct 7, 2014
Nutrition
It's True: Politicians Hate Athletes
Public park fitness groupssoda bans
Erin Beresini
Published: Oct 6, 2014
Nutrition
Fasting Is Your Secret Weapon
There's a reason we chow down on pasta and bread before a race—carbs are proven to boost performance. But when it comes to training, we need to rethink our nutrition plan and periodically look to fat, not sugar, as fuel.
Teal Burrell
Published: Oct 6, 2014
Nutrition
It's Time to Settle the Breakfast Debate
Suddenly, the headlines say breakfast is unnecessary. But everyone seems to have forgotten the most important nutrition rule: What works for the everyman doesn't always make sense for the athlete.
Devon Jackson
Published: Sep 30, 2014
Nutrition
How Elite Runners Really Eat
Even eating is serious business in the Hall household.
A.C. Shilton
Published: Sep 15, 2014
Nutrition
Supercharge Your Next Smoothie
Want to boost your smoothie? These little powerhouses are packed with nutrients.
Meaghen Brown
Published: Sep 11, 2014
Nutrition
The Rules of Running Drunk
Running drunk isn't a great idea—for a number of obvious reasons. Surprisingly, performance isn't one of them.
Devon Jackson
Published: Sep 3, 2014
Nutrition
Only Fitness Fools Cut Carbs
Proponents of the Banting diet claim that cutting carbs is the key to weight loss and improved health. There's just one problem: it'll make you slow.
Erin Beresini
Published: Aug 20, 2014
Nutrition
6 Great New Energy Bars
Six new waystaste
The Editors
Originally Published: Aug 18, 2014 Updated: Oct 22, 2021
Nutrition
The Starch Paleo Dieters Need
I thought that starchy foods aren't good for you—why do I keep reading about the health benefits of this certain type?
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Aug 13, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
High-Sodium Sports Drinks Aren't a Sham
Is the newest fitness beverage just another money grab, or is it actually getting to the heart of smart rehydration?
Devon Jackson
Published: Aug 13, 2014
Nutrition
How Supplement Companies Scam You
Sports nutrition companiesHerbalife
Brian Alexander
Published: Aug 1, 2014
Nutrition
Stop Buying Into the Antioxidant Myth
Plantsbroccoli
Devon Jackson
Published: Jul 30, 2014
Nutrition
Save Your Syrup for the Road
Ted Kingmaple syrup
Berne Broudy
Published: Jul 18, 2014
Nutrition
Does "Organic" Mean Anything Anymore?
With mega-grocers like Walmart and Target investing big in organics, does the word really mean anything anymore?
Ari LeVaux
Published: Jul 15, 2014
Nutrition
Your Favorite Stimulant Has a Dark Side
A little goes a long way.
Erin Beresini
Published: Jul 4, 2014
Nutrition
Pass the Breadbasket
We know— it’s hard to pass up the breadbasket, especially if you know you’re going to burn off all those empty calories. And while athletes need carbs—and have a bit more leeway in the unhealthy foods department—it’s prudent not to make white bread a regular staple in…
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Jun 27, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The Strength Secrets of Fish Guts
A diverse diet doesn't necessarily mean a healthy diversity in intestinal bacteria. In fact, it may mean just the opposite.
Elise Craig
Published: Jun 13, 2014
Nutrition
A Tall Glass of SPF
Mother
Elise Craig
Published: Jun 12, 2014
Nutrition
Toning Clothes: Not a Perfect Fit
In a desperate measure to burn surfeit calories, men and women have rushed to stuff their jiggly bits into resistance pants. But can clothing really make a workout any better?
Erin Beresini
Published: Jun 9, 2014
Nutrition
Everything You Know About Breakfast Is Wrong
Think breakfast helps kick-start metabolism and boosts weight loss? These are widely believed myths not supported by evidence, scientists say. But breakfast does deserve high marks for increasing physical activity.
David Despain
Published: Jun 6, 2014
Nutrition
The Weird Trend of Breast Milk as Energy Beverage
Some full-grown athletes are turning to breast milk—yeah, you heard us—for an energy boost and protein push. If you're thinking there's something wrong with that, you're right.
David Despain
Published: Jun 4, 2014
Nutrition
Does Fat Shaming a City Work?
Every year, the American College of Sports Medicine releases its fitness index. But what does the project do besides give a city bragging rights?
Erin Beresini
Published: Jun 2, 2014
Nutrition
Don't Freak Out About Salt
If your everyday routine includes hour-plus sweat sessions, you can probably rest easy, says Brook Schantz, a registered dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics at Loyola University Medical Center; there’s a good chance your body needs more than the Recommended Daily Allowance of 2,300 milligrams of…
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Jun 2, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Your Sports Drink Is Eating Your Teeth
Athletesdental hygiene
Pam Foxx
Published: May 31, 2014
Nutrition
The Sham that Works: Gluten-Free Diets
You’ve been told that gluten-free diets are a fraud, that the science is settled, and that it’s all just the placebo effect. If so, how can the anecdotes be explained? Enter FODMAPs, the underappreciated forms of sugar that may just underpin your wheat, rye, and barley intolerance—and unlock your fitness potential.
David Despain
Published: May 27, 2014
Nutrition
High-Performance Eggs Benedict
The U.S. soccer team's breakfast of choice.
The Editors
Originally Published: May 26, 2014 Updated: Oct 22, 2021
Nutrition
Apples Are Not a Health Risk
Europechemical-covered produce
Rachael Schultz
Published: May 23, 2014
Nutrition
The Best Bars for the Trail
For years, I used to test how far I could go on day trips without eating. I don’t know if it was some unexplainable machismo or just laziness, but that mindset changed about six months ago. I’d gone on a four-hour run with an empty stomach and no food in…
Joe Jackson
Originally Published: May 20, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Is Sugar Really the Enemy?
The hit documentary Fed Up is the latest in a litany of articles and documentaries to portray sugar as dietary villain number one. But what if sugar isn't the enemy—and by focusing on its effects, we've ignored the biggest causes of our health crisis and even subverted athletic performance?
David Despain
Published: May 20, 2014
Nutrition
The New Rules of Protein
How much, what kindTime
Rachael Schultz
Published: May 19, 2014
Nutrition
Wine Has Nothing on Your Workout
Resveratrol not the cure-all we thought it was.
Elise Craig
Published: May 17, 2014
Nutrition
What's So Great About Tart Cherry Juice?
A favorite beverage of many athletes, trainers, and nutritionists, juice made from tart or “sour” cherries (the kind you use to make cherry pie) has been shown to reduce inflammation and ease muscles soreness after strenuous workouts. But that’s not the only reason you might want to…
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: May 14, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
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Nutrition
The School Lunch Fiasco
Tracing the origins of Connecticut’s Milk Ban
Nutrition
Your Food Is Poisoning You
For years, an underground movement has claimed that the very food we eat—by virtue of the pesticides and herbicides we so commonly use—is poisoning us. Until now, they’ve been (at best) ignored and (more often than not) mocked. Suddenly though, it looks like the joke has been on us all along.
Devon Jackson
Published: May 12, 2014
Nutrition
Nuun Takes an Energy Shot
New high-profile brand ambassador, new CEO, new product—now, Nuun has its sights set on hydrating society.
Heidi Mills
Published: May 10, 2014
Nutrition
Is the Mercury in My Fast-Food Fish Sandwich Going to Kill Me?
That depends how many fish sandwiches you’re eating, says sports nutritionist Lisa Dorfman, RD, CSSD. But aside from mercury levels and other contaminants, there are plenty of other reasons to choose something other than fast-food seafood when you’re out and about. First, the good news: Fast-food sandwiches…
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: May 9, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Your Diet Is a Cult
Outside catches up with the author of Diet Cults to parse the culture of nutritional fads, from the (misplaced?) logic behind the Paleo Diet to the emerging sugary sports drink controversy.
Heidi Mills
Published: May 8, 2014
Nutrition
The Ultimate Pre-Race Meal
The ideal pre-race meal is high in carbohydrate, relatively low in other nutrients, and easy on the stomach. Our top choices? Racing Weight’s Greena Colada Smoothie and Oat Bran with Cherries and Almonds. Watch and see how to make this delicious pre-workout meal. …
Originally Published: May 7, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Showdown: Walmart vs. Whole Foods
Does Walmart's new organic foods venture pose a threat to Whole Foods?
Erin Beresini
Published: May 2, 2014
Nutrition
Proper Fueling is No Joke
Itthe pounds
Heidi Mills
Published: May 2, 2014
Nutrition
What Kind of Protein Is Best?
It seems like every few months, new research comes out heralding a certain type of protein for people trying to build muscle or lose weight. For example, a study published this month found that whey protein provided “body composition benefits” when used in conjunction with resistance exercise.
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: May 1, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Bring Home Your Own Bacon
Outside and Greenfield chew the fat about locally sourced food—and learning to grow and hunt your own.
Heidi Mills
Published: Apr 30, 2014
Nutrition
The Future Belongs to Land Crab
And add the high-protein critters to your diet, if you can stomach them
Brent Crane
Originally Published: Apr 24, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Seven Servings of Fruit and Vegetables?
Ah, lucky number seven: You’re referring, of course, to a recent British study in which people who ate the most fruit and vegetables on a daily basis (seven or more portions, as defined by the UK’s Department of Health portion sizes) had a 42 percent reduced risk…
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Apr 18, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
How Your Diet Makes You Lazy
You can binge without blowing your diet. Seriously. And it won't make you lazy or too heavy to race. But that crash diet? It isn't going to work.
Elise Craig
Published: Apr 16, 2014
Nutrition
High-Performance Pizza
Runner and national bestselling author Matthew Fitzgerald shares a pizza recipe for runners looking for a tasty boost.
Erik Tormoen
Published: Apr 9, 2014
Nutrition
When the Body Begins to Eat Itself
If you're starving to death in the wilderness, your body's on the menu.
Peter Stark
Published: Apr 8, 2014
Nutrition
The One Diet That Works
Despite what you hear in the media, the science of healthy eating is well-established. Instead of following the fads, rely on the fundamentals: stay away from processed foods and eat lots of vegetables.
Devon Jackson
Published: Apr 6, 2014
Nutrition
Healthy Weight: What Does That Mean, Exactly?
Over, under or somewhere in between, your weight may not be as unhealthy as you think
Elise Craig
Published: Apr 6, 2014
Nutrition
A Cup (or Two) of Excellent Health
Coffeesecond
Elise Craig
Published: Apr 4, 2014
Nutrition
Rowing the Pacific Without Carbs
Can married duo Sami Inkinen and Meredith Loring row across the Pacific without sugar or carbs and stay together?
Heidi Mills
Originally Published: Apr 3, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Can a Green Smoothie Change Your Life?
A new documentarya green smoothie
Rachael Schultz
Published: Apr 2, 2014
Nutrition
You're Gonna Love the Taste of Cricket
Feast your eyes on the next big thing in sports nutrition: insect energy.
Adam Fisher
Originally Published: Mar 28, 2014 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
How Big Agra Tricks You
From the shape of your cereal to the size of your spoon, everything in your kitchen is designed to make you eat more.
Elise Craig
Published: Mar 28, 2014
Nutrition
Does Drinking Cold Water Help Me Lose Weight?
In a word, no. Many people believe that drinking cold water burns more calories than room-temperature water—and while that may be technically true, the difference in calorie burn is minuscule, at best. “The hypothesis is that if you drink cold water, the body has to warm it up…
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Mar 26, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Your Supermarket's Superfood Secret
Stop scorning the can. The most nutritious and best tasting foods don't always come from the produce section.
Heidi Mills
Published: Mar 26, 2014
Nutrition
Unbeatable Pre-Race Pesto
A growing body of research suggests the wildly unpopular beet is the endurance-athlete's new best friend.
Shalaya Kipp
Published: Mar 21, 2014
Nutrition
25,000 Packets of Jerky Is Simply Not Enough
Today
Peter Stark
Published: Mar 19, 2014
Nutrition
Meat: It's Not Going to Kill You (But Cigs Will)
A recent study proclaiming that eating meat could be as dangerous as cigarettes sent carnivores—and the media—into a tizzy. But a closer look suggests the science is as bad as the sensational journalism.
Robb Wolf
Published: Mar 17, 2014
Nutrition
3 Healthy Recipes for the Time-Crunched Athlete
To stay properly fueled match your carb intake to your activity level, focus on quality, and consider what time of day you eat certain meals.
Matt Fitzgerald
Originally Published: Feb 6, 2014 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
The Ultimate Super Bowl Chicken Dish
Blow your friends away with this marinated chicken
Biju Thomas
Published: Jan 30, 2014
Nutrition
Debunking the Blood-Based Diet
Researchersno evidence
Pam Foxx
Published: Jan 28, 2014
Nutrition
How to Make Sourdough Hotcakes
Foodthe frontier
Ruth Allman
Originally Published: Jan 22, 2014 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
At 70 How Do I Eliminate Belly Fat?
“There are a lot of reasons why your body changes as you get older,” says Dr. Patrick Siparsky, an orthopedist at the University of Toledo, and lead author of a recently published paper on sarcopenia, the age-related decrease in lean body mass. “You don’t get as much…
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Jan 21, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Dinner Timing
Knowing what to eat and when
The Editors
Originally Published: Jan 21, 2014 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
The Next Energy Bar Revolution: Real Meat
The original energy bar is back with Epic, Omnibar, and Tanka Bar
Meaghen Brown
Originally Published: Jan 19, 2014 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
Will Eating More Frequently Help Me Lose Weight?
The short answer: nope. “It really doesn’t do much to alter meal frequency,” says Dr. Michelle Kulovitz Alencar, an exercise scientist at CSU San Bernardino who is investigating the impact of meal frequency on body mass. Weight loss “has more to do with the amount of calories consumed throughout the…
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Jan 15, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The Favorite Meal of Olympians
Jamaican jerk chickenAmerica
Ryan Krogh
Originally Published: Jan 14, 2014 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
Why Do I Crave Sweets After Meals?
Researchers have fingered several things as sources of sweet cravings. Stress, caffeine, and lack of sleep can all over stimulate your HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis, the body’s stress response system. Researchers believe chronic overstimulation of that HPA axis can impair its function, leading to poor immune activity, memory, and metabolism. Calorie-dense…
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Jan 9, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
How Quickly Can You Gain Weight?
Unfortunately, there is no accurate way to predict how fast you’ll gain weight or how many pounds you’ll put on if you eat more calories than your body needs to maintain its current mass. The media has preached for decades that a pound of fat is 3,500 calories, so eating…
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Jan 8, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The Ultimate Belly-Fat-Busting Plan
Belly bulgea proven way
Amanda MacMillan
Originally Published: Jan 3, 2014 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Can I Get Drunk Without Drinking?
You and everyone else, buddy! Luckily Dr. David Nutt, a professor of neuropsychopharmacology at Imperial College London, decided this drinker’s dilemma is worth his time. More accurately, Nutt is interested in reproducing the pleasurable feeling of drunkenness without the negative side effects, including aggression, memory impairment, and…
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Dec 31, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Chef Biju Recipes: Spicy Kimchi and Soft Tofu Soup
Did somebody say "probiotics?" (Oh, everyone did.)
Biju Thomas
Erik Tormoen
Published: Dec 25, 2013
Nutrition
Why Are People so Defensive About Their Diets?
We posed your question to several social psychologists who refused to answer it, even when we told them they could disagree with your observation. (Perhaps they are afraid of retribution from defensive dieters?) But we did find one man willing to take on the topic: author and Outside contributor, Matt…
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Dec 19, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
How to make apple crisp in the backcountry.
The next installment of Cookin’ it Backcountry. Everybody needs a little dessert on the trail.
Originally Published: Dec 14, 2013 Updated: Oct 25, 2022
Nutrition
Subverting Your Food Allergy
Allergic to eggs? It could just be the yolk.
Erik Tormoen
Published: Dec 9, 2013
Nutrition
World Champion Trail Mix
See the full recipe here! Whether you’re climbing, paddling, or hiking, one thing is fairly certain: You probably have trail mix in your pack. And that’s a good thing. Nuts, seeds, and dried fruit pack a lot of calories, making gorp perfect for keeping you fueled without weight you…
Originally Published: Dec 3, 2013 Updated: May 17, 2022
Nutrition
Cookin’ It Backcountry
It’s not glamorous, but that’s part of the fun. Next time you’re in the backcountry, try this one pot holiday meal! …
Originally Published: Nov 29, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Does Turkey Really Make You Tired?
The bird takes all the blame for Thanksgiving sleepiness—but does it deserve the bad rap?
Pam Foxx
Published: Nov 27, 2013
Nutrition
Eat Like a Pro During the Holidays
Even the pros indulge. Take a plate off of their tables, and learn how to prepare the ultimate fruitarian, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free holiday meals.
Whitney Spivey
Published: Nov 27, 2013
Nutrition
Chef Biju Recipes: Mushroom and Pecan Hash
Disguise it as a stuffing for holiday emergencies
Biju Thomas
Erik Tormoen
Published: Nov 27, 2013
Nutrition
5 Ways to Avoid a Thanksgiving Overload
Turkey day
Pam Foxx
Published: Nov 25, 2013
Nutrition
Healthy Ingredient Swaps for Thanksgiving
Butter? No. French-fried onions? Nah. Potatoes? We're gonna say...you can do better.
Erik Tormoen
Published: Nov 25, 2013
Nutrition
Chef Biju Recipes: The Athlete's Fruitcake
Everybodyfruitcake
Biju Thomas
Erik Tormoen
Published: Nov 22, 2013
Nutrition
Are Chopsticks Healthier than a Fork and Knife?
Everybody always says eating slowly is "better." And I can hardly get the food in my mouth with chopsticks. So does that make them healthier than the usual utensils?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Nov 21, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The Best Milk Alternatives
Wipe that mustache off your face. With milk blamed for a growing list of health issues, we put the leading alternatives to the test.
Meaghen Brown
Originally Published: Nov 19, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The Best Mail-Order Nutrition
Finally, all the performance enhancing nutrition items you need, delivered
Meaghen Brown
Originally Published: Nov 19, 2013 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
Watch: World Champion Trail Mix
Learn how to make the best snack for any activity
Rachael Schultz
Originally Published: Nov 14, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Is Whole Fruit Really Healthier than Juice?
Can I get the same nutrients from fruit juice as I can from eating fruit?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Nov 8, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Stacy Sims’s War on Sports Drinks
How the Stanford physiologist is trying to change the hydration game
Aaron Gulley
Originally Published: Nov 7, 2013 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
Is Any Amount of Sugar Safe?
Sugar has become a trillion dollar health care problem. But are athletes at risk?
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Nov 2, 2013
Nutrition
Is it Dangerous to Smell too Much Sriracha?
I've read the news about Sriracha making the eyes and throats of people near the factory burn. Is there anything to it?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Oct 31, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Another Sriracha Shortage Is Coming. Stock Up on These Alternatives Instead.
No roosterNo problem
Whitney Spivey
Originally Published: Oct 31, 2013 Updated: May 10, 2024
Nutrition
Why Does my Stomach Growl?
Sometimes my stomach gets gurgly for no apparent reason. What’s going on in there?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Oct 25, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
When Statins Fail—and Where Diet Succeeds
Need to manage your cholesterol while you exercise? Think twice before taking statins.
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Oct 21, 2013
Nutrition
The Best Juicers and Recipes
Juicing is the biggest thing to happen to endurance sports since interval training. Time to hop on the bandwagon.
Caty Enders
Originally Published: Oct 20, 2013 Updated: Jun 26, 2021
Nutrition
Why You Need a Water Appetizer
Can you lose weight just by downing a glass of water before dinner?
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Oct 18, 2013
Nutrition
Why It's Impossible to Just Eat Less
The formula to weight loss is simple: eat less and exercise more. So why are these simple things so impossibly hard to do?
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Oct 16, 2013
Nutrition
The Paleo Endurance Secret
Paleo dietsyour endurance
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Oct 11, 2013
Nutrition
How Can I Stop Craving Fried Foods?
I cannot resist a French fry, and I often put myself in situations where I am around French fries. This habit is doing nothing but bad things to my waistline. How do I break this vicious cycle?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Oct 10, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
What are the Healthiest Work Lunches?
What should I be eating at work to stay in shape and beat the afternoon slump?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Oct 3, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Everything Energy Bars to Fuel Your Day
The ultimate nutrition bar
Whitney Spivey
Published: Sep 27, 2013
Nutrition
How Much Protein is Too Much?
I’ve been thinking about trying the Paleo Diet. Is there an upper limit to how much protein I should eat?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Sep 21, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Pre-race Drink: Coffee vs. Red Bull
Which is better to drink for a pick-me-up before a race: coffee or an energy drink?
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Sep 5, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
The 10 Worst Foods (And Drinks) For Athletes
Protein powdersfortified beverages
Amanda MacMillan
Published: Aug 26, 2013
Nutrition
Your Diet Is Going to Fail
The weight-loss industrial complex keeps pumping out diets, but a new study suggests it's time to radically rethink our approach to eating—and refocus on the basics
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Aug 25, 2013
Nutrition
Foods for a Fitter, Faster You
These healthy eats can help you build strength, sustain energy, and recover faster
Amanda MacMillan
Published: Aug 20, 2013
Nutrition
Can Too Much Coffee Kill?
A new looksome heavy coffee drinkers
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Aug 19, 2013
Nutrition
Race Food: Bacon and Maple Rice Cakes
How do professional bike racers stay fresh and fit during grueling stage races? By eating meals perfectly tuned to deliver maximum performance and optimized recovery. Here are five of them.
Rachel Swaby
Published: Aug 15, 2013
Nutrition
Stop Skipping Breakfast
Eat less to go faster? Not quite. Skipping breakfast may cause you to gain weight and live a shorter life.
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Aug 10, 2013
Nutrition
The World’s Best Obstacle Course Racer Shares His Secret Recipe
Surefire energy
Erin Beresini
Originally Published: Aug 1, 2013 Updated: Feb 24, 2022
Nutrition
Your Genes Aren’t Stopping You From Hitting Your Race Weight
Not a week goes by without a study pegging weight gain to genetics. But the connection between heredity and making your racing weight may be more tenuous than it appears at first glance.
Michael J. Joyner
Published: Jul 23, 2013
