Posted by David Hanenburg on 20 Aug 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
I was watching the women’s Olympic marathon and heard the announcers talking about the Chinese imitating the Japanese in eating their main meal three hours before the start of the marathon.
Hmm, that sounds familiar. Hammer Nutrition recommends this same protocol in their Endurance Sports Nutrition - Fueling Handbook. Check out the Pre-Race Meal chapter to […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 18 Aug 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
I was in the grocery store and took a look at the label of the powdered version of a popular sports drink. Two items on the list really stuck out at me:
Red #40
Partially Hydrogenated Coconut oil
Read the labels of all products you buy! Do your own research but I wouldn’t recommend putting either of these […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 15 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition, running, training
Since I had some hydration issues last weekend during a two hour run, I figured I better get this under control So, yesterday during my long run (23 miles) I decided to force the fluid/electrolyte consumption and see how the body responded.
My goal was to consume 20oz per hour while running in an easy/aerobic pace. […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 11 Jun 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition, road running, running, trail running, training
As the temperatures rise during the summer months, I was reminded of the need to manage fluid consumption. The short of it, I lost 4% of my pre-run weight after a 2 hour long run that included 21 oz of water mixed with HEED and Endurolytes. A 4% loss is not good!
From what I […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 28 May 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition, training
Words no athlete wants to experience: Bonk - Dehydration - Bloating - Cramps
If you are looking for some endurance sports nutrition and fueling insight, Hammer Nutrition provides a free resource, Guide to Success - Fueling Handbook which provides tips to improve your performances or just help you finish an event with a smile on your […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 27 May 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
If you are looking for a quick bite to eat which includes some healthier options, Jason’s Deli may be worth checking out. It is a place my family and I visit once every couple weeks.
What I like about the place:
Partially Hydrogenation removed from the entire menu
Some organic items
HFCS-free salad bar
Reasonable prices
the free ice-cream - I […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 21 May 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
If you buy organic food and have a Costco nearby it may be worth visiting to see if a membership (basic - $50) would be worth the upfront cost for some great prices throughout the year. The store had much more organic items than I would have guessed and I have a feeling it is […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 16 May 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
“Oh, this is good!” - The first words that came out of Wendy’s mouth after she took her first bite of our experimental sandwich.
On Tuesday we decided to experiment a bit and make a veggie sandwich that I had seen at my work’s cafeteria. It is basically sauteed vegetables, some mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, and […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 09 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
Hammer Nutrition recently announced in a newsletter some new flavors for some of their top products.
The carb/electrolyte drink HEED will be available in two new flavors - Subtle Berry and Mild Melon.
The recovery drink Recoverite will be available in a new Strawberry flavor.
The whey protein product Hammer Whey will be also be available in two […]
Posted by David Hanenburg on 02 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: nutrition
Hammer Nutrition (sponsor) has recently come out with a super-size me container of their electrolyte sports drink HEED. The new size contains 80 servings versus 32.(100 calories per serving) You also get the bulk cost savings as compared to their standard sized container which is always nice.
If you are concerned about it expiring, fear not. […]
