Pre-workout supplements: Are they worth the hype?
Pre-workout drinks are common among many athletes, claiming that they improve their performance in the weight room or on the field, but...
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Megan Robinson
May 55 min
How to Build An Athlete’s Smoothie
Smoothies are a great way to not only hydrate but to also provide you the nutrients you need to fuel and recover from training. ...
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Megan Robinson
Jan 157 min
Debunking Protein Myths
The amount and type of dietary protein athletes need to eat is a controversial topic in sports nutrition. Protein’s role is to support...
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Megan Robinson
Nov 22, 20232 min
Taking the Guilt Out of Holiday Eating
Too often we focus on eating “clean” or “good” foods when training to be able to maintain energy and optimize our recovery. However,...
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Megan Robinson
Jul 22, 20233 min
What type of sports drink should you choose?
Depending on the duration and intensity of your training, choosing the right type of sports drink can make a big impact on your hydration...
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Megan Robinson
Jul 11, 20232 min
The Risks of Kids Consuming Energy Drinks
Energy drinks can give us that extra boost to get through the day at work, school, or even during our workout. We’re not just talking...
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Megan Robinson
Jul 7, 20232 min
Fueling for Strength Training
Eating around exercise whether it’s endurance or strength training is key to be able to have the energy to complete the workout well and...
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Megan Robinson
Jun 4, 20233 min
Is Pre-Hydrating Necessary?
Summer training can be challenging due to having to run in the heat and humidity. To avoid risks of running dehydrated and potentially...
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Megan Robinson
May 23, 20232 min
Calcium: Are you getting enough?
Calcium is a mineral found in foods such as milk, yogurt, and cheese, as well as in plant-based foods, such as soybeans, tofu, dark ...
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Megan Robinson
May 2, 20233 min
Is Your Nutrition Plan Working For You?
Recently, one of my sports nutrition clients reached out for a follow up appointment to review her diet. Her main complaint was that her...
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Megan Robinson
Apr 27, 20234 min
Tips on How to Better Acclimate When Running in the Heat
It’s that time of year again, one day it’s cool and rainy and the next few days it feels like summer, hot and humid. Spring is always a...
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Megan Robinson
Mar 20, 20232 min
Nutrition considerations when fasting for Ramadan during training and competition
As a sports dietitian, anytime I hear athletes fasting as a part of their training my radar goes up due to risks of under fueling,...
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Megan Robinson
Feb 27, 20233 min
Satisfying and Quick Lunch Options for Athletes
Busy work days or managing a household may keep you from eating enough at lunch or skipping it all together, often leading to grazing on...
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Megan Robinson
Feb 22, 20232 min
Hydration During Winter Months
We often focus on hydration when training in warm, humid conditions due to increased thirst, sweat and electrolyte losses. It’s often...
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Megan Robinson
Feb 22, 20233 min
Does Protein Quality Matter?
Dietary protein is the building block for muscle growth and recovery. It also plays a significant role in not only for our muscles, but...
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Megan Robinson
Dec 20, 20224 min
Is Creatine Safe and Effective for Athletes?
Creatine is one of the most common supplements athletes ask about to either gain muscle mass and/or improve athletic performance and...
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Megan Robinson
Dec 4, 20222 min
Can Adaptogens Boost Sports Performance?
What is an adaptogen? An adaptogen helps improve the body’s ability to adapt to environmental stressors such as fatigue related to...
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Megan Robinson
Nov 22, 20224 min
What To Eat Before A 5K
We focus so much on what eat before and on race day for longer events, but what should you eat before a 5K? The great thing about running...
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Megan Robinson
Oct 4, 20223 min
Benefits of Magnesium for Athletes
Magnesium Deficiency Magnesium deficiencies are more common than we might think, resulting in joint pain, difficulty sleeping, and muscle...
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Megan Robinson
Aug 30, 20223 min
Can Athletes Be Intuitive Eaters?
Intuitive eating is a mind-body nutrition practice developed by two registered dietitians (RD) based on the 10 principles which details...
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