Quick Tips on Fueling Before a Multi-Hour Adventure

The first thing to understand about “proper fueling” is to know that proper fueling does not begin the morning of your race or adventure. Giving your body the energy that it will need for a multi-hour race actually requires days of preparation. This past weekend I raced my first ski-mountaineering race of the year (second to … More Quick Tips on Fueling Before a Multi-Hour Adventure

Licorice Root & Stinging Nettle: Cold-Weather Alternatives to Hot Coffee

This time of year I often find myself telling myself “I should drink less coffee”.  I’m not sure why that is; but if I venture to guess, it has to do with the already shortened daylight hours, and the feeling that I have to force my body and mind awake against their better judgement.  Drinking coffee … More Licorice Root & Stinging Nettle: Cold-Weather Alternatives to Hot Coffee

Chia Pudding Recipe

Sometimes, we just need a little sweetness (without the aftermath of headache). I’ve had a hankering for this chia seed pudding lately…I just haven’t found the time to make it…so, I was a little rushed in making it tonight, but I just couldn’t wait any longer! Normally I wouldn’t recommend making this at 9:38 PM, … More Chia Pudding Recipe