THE GAZELLE BLOG
Spotting the Fad Diet
With the rise of social media and easy access to information online, it is often difficult to discern between credible nutrition info and pseudo-science. If Kim Kardashian follows a particular diet it must be good right? Hmm, not so fast…
Find Your “Why”: The Key to Positive Change
So why not? Why is it so hard to simply stop doing the things we shouldn’t and start doing the things we should?…
Back to Basics: Reach Our Potential with The Five Pillars
So, yes, here I am, with the five-pillar method. My mind, body and spirit initiative will guide you towards uncovering your true superpowers…
Nutrition Lab: Protein Powder 101
Protein powder has always been controversial. Bodybuilders tout protein powders as an essential component in their quest for the perfect physique…
Nutrition Goaaaaaaaals: Ronaldo’s World Cup Diet
So what keeps Ronaldo at the top of his game as he moves gracefully through his 30’s? He’s a natural talent obviously, but I like to think smart nutrition plays a part. So, how does he eat?
Top 3 Hydration Tips for Summer Exercise
Summer is finally here! The warm weather is stellar for the beach and patio but can be killer for your outdoor workouts. Before you wilt, read on! With some crafty hydration strategies you can beat the heat.
Ready, Set, Go! Triathlon Nutrition for Race Week
Triathlon race nutrition for requires planning. But, this process can quickly become epic and overwhelming. You may feel comfortable winging your diet for shorter distances, but once you get into the Ironman 140.6 or 70.3, a sound nutrition strategy becomes paramount.
Triathlon Nutrition: Getting the Basics Down
Whether you are training for a Sprint triathlon or an Ironman, it’s essential that your triathlon nutrition training also keeps pace. An overall healthy and balanced diet is fundamental to every program. If you think your diet is lacking, now is the time to tighten the screws.
Nutrition for Child and Adolescent Athletes
Kids are getting serious about sports at a young age these days. The benefits and drawbacks of this approach to activity are undoubtedly debatable – however, there is no question about the need to eat correctly to support the increased demand for sport.
Gold Medal-Winning Nutrition: Figure Skating
Fueling for figure skating is founded in this dance between aesthetics and athletics. This nutrition balancing act can be tricky to master, but with knowledge can be achieved.
Pyeongchang 2018: 18 Fun Olympic Food Facts
In a world that is all about numbers – from places, to times, to distance – let’s break things down in numbers. Here are 18 fun Olympic food facts.
Got Game: The Secrets of Basketball Nutrition Revealed
Ever wonder what fuels great players like LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Demar DeRozan?
Eat Like LeBron: “The King” Schools us on Nutrition
Want to eat like LeBron? Popular news reports give us a window into LeBron’s fueling strategies. Let’s break down the top three.
Smart Steps to Gain Muscle and Lose Fat
ime for new beginnings and smart goals. Let’s start the year with a foundation goal; building muscle. Gaining and maintaining muscle is fundamental to sport performance and injury prevention.
Keeping Your Diet Fit for the Holidays
Eating a little bit more during the holiday season is not going to impact your weight or fitness goals immensely. The trick is balance and limits.
Top 4 Nutrition Tips for Alpine Skiing
Unlike in other sports, nutrition often takes a back seat for alpine ski racers. But poor food habits can affect your skiing in unexpected ways and can have an indirect effect on reaching your goals.
Concussion Nutrition
For athletes, the goal is to ensure full recovery before returning to play. As a result, return to play guidelines for concussions have been developed.
Gearing Up For Marathon Racing
You can practice your nutrition plan more than once. At the very least, practice it during your last long run pre-race…
Marathon Race Nutrition
Marathon season is in full swing and it’s time to start planning your race day nutrition. I’m excited to help get you set for a seamless performance.
Hydration Hype
Four litres or 16 cups is a lot of water, especially when you consider that this 16 cups of water is in addition to all other dietary liquid. This practice seems like a bit of a burden, doesn’t it?