Nutrition

Nutrition

The Incredibly Specific, Occasionally Gross Food We Eat to Fuel Our Races

The strangest and most distinct snacksthe trail

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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

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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

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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


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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

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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


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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


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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

Sponsor Content: CLIF BAR

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


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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


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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


Nutrition

Archive

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

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    Ulike Sapphire Air3 IPL Hair Removal Handset.
    Ulike Sapphire Air3 IPL Hair Removal Handset.
    Ulike Sapphire Air3 IPL Hair Removal Handset.
    Ulike Sapphire Air3 IPL Hair Removal Handset.
    Ulike Sapphire Air3 IPL Hair Removal Handset.
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