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Long Runs and Staying Healthy

RachelShuck

Long Runs and Staying Healthy Heavy training (lots of weekly mileage or very long runs) and staying healthy can often become difficult for many athletes to achieve and nutrition is a lot like training. It’s always a good idea to have several tools in your toolbox to pull out and use, but it’s also important […]

Yummy Salad Dressing

RachelShuck

So the problem with salad is that it’s pretty unsavory without some sort of dressing and most salad dressings are loaded with a bunch of processed ingredients. Skip the processed junk, save money and make your own. It’s so simple! Throw 1/2 c. organic extra virgin olive oil 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar 2 teaspoons local […]

Hydration

RachelShuck

What You Need To Know About Hydration The standard rule of thumb is to drink enough water to equal half your body weight in ounces (so if you weigh 150 lbs. that would be 75 ounces of water a day).  But it’s important to listen to your body and adjust that number up or down […]

Coconut Water with Pineapple

RachelShuck

Pineapple Coconut Water You Will Need: 8-12 ounces coconut water 2-3  chunks fresh ripe pineapple 2 tsp. lime juice Honey (to taste) pinch of unrefined sea salt How to Make It: Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth I love this drink for athletes because it has so many benefits. Check out the […]

cherry vanilla smoothie, repair, protein shake

Cherry Smoothie

RachelShuck

You Will Need: 2 cups frozen dark sweet cherries 1 banana 1 tbs. flax seeds 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder 2 cups unsweetened nut milk handful up to 1/2 container of Organic Girl Greens How to Make It: Place all ingredients in blender along with a handful of ice, […]