Nothing beats taco night - especially with freshly made salsa and simple broiled fish!

Does your long run earn you the right to spend the rest of the day glued to the couch?
Science says… nope. Even if you log your miles, hours of sitting can stall recovery, tighten your muscles, and mess with your circulation, brainpower, and mood. Luckily the fix is not another workout, it’s sprinkling in small bursts of movement throughout your day. In this post, we’ll break down why stillness is the enemy of recovery, how to avoid “Active Couch Potato Syndrome,” and simple ways to keep your body in motion so you can run stronger, feel better, and maybe even conquer that laundry pile.

Think marathon training always leads to weight loss?
Not so fast. Between glycogen storage, recovery needs, and a seriously hungry brain, it’s totally normal to gain a few pounds while logging big miles. In this post, I’m breaking down why it happens—from the science-y stuff to the post-run burger math—and what you can do to fuel smarter, feel better, and stop stressing about the scale.

Smoothies can seem like the perfect healthy choice—but many are packed with calories and still leave you feeling hungry. In this post, we explore The Smoothie Trap—why blended foods often fail to satisfy, the role of protein, fat, and fiber in lasting fullness, and how to build smoothies that truly fuel your body. If you're looking to eat for energy and stay full longer, this guide will help you rethink what “healthy” really means.

How to Eat Like a Champion: Why nutrition is a huge part of your training, and how you can fuel your body right without hours in the kitchen.