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Have you started training for your first marathon or half marathon and aren’t sure if you need to make any changes to your food intake?...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Aug 12, 2021
- 5 min
Fuel And Hydration Tips For An Afternoon Or Evening Race
It’s officially Summer Trail Chase week! By now you are probably starting to think about what you’ll wear, when you need to leave to get...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Jan 25, 2021
- 5 min
7 Tips For Staying Hydrated During The Frigid Winter Months In Chicago
Brrr… sub-20 average temps, no sign of the sun in weeks and if you still run outside, you’ve likely mastered the number of layers to wear...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Nov 25, 2020
- 7 min
Navigating The Holidays: 8 Tips For A Healthier, Happier Season
It is hard to believe it, but the holidays are upon us! And while that may look a bit different this year, with fewer parties to attend...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Nov 3, 2020
- 5 min
Suffering From Stomach Issues Mid Run? Learn How To Train Your Gut
One of the most common conundrums runners face is stomach – or gastrointestinal (GI) – distress mid-run. It doesn’t happen to everyone –...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Oct 6, 2020
- 5 min
Rest Day Nutrition: How And What To Eat To Enhance Recovery
As many of you complete your big virtual fall race in the coming weeks, it is important to consider what you will do afterward – from...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Sep 3, 2020
- 8 min
It’s Time To Perfect Your Race Day Nutrition Strategy: Fueling Tips For Pre/ Post/During Long Run
Fall racing season is seemingly around the corner. It may look a little different this year (and a lot more virtual) but it is not...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Aug 19, 2020
- 7 min
Supplements For Runners: Do You Need Them? And If So, What?
Today I am going to address a topic that I’m often asked about: supplements. But before I dive in on which may be beneficial for runners,...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Jun 26, 2020
- 4 min
Staying Hydrated During The Summer Heat: Tips For Pre, Post And During Exercise
When the temps start to heat up, my mind always turns to hydration. It can literally make or break your workout. In fact, it can be a...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Jun 16, 2020
- 5 min
Fueling Tips For Vegan, Vegetarian And Plant-Based Runners
Following a plant-based diet is one of the top diet trends among runners and non-runners alike. But can it really fuel your training...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- May 6, 2020
- 5 min
5 Budget-Conscious Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Grocery Trip
Lately I have been getting a lot of inquiries on how to be a bit more budget-conscious at the grocery store while also making smart...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Apr 13, 2020
- 6 min
Intermittent Fasting: What Is It And Does It Benefit Runners?
One of the most popular health trends of this year so far is hands down intermittent fasting (IF). I’m often asked in my practice whether...
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Allison Koch, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN
- Mar 15, 2020
- 4 min
Nutrition For New Or Beginning Runners: 3 Common Mistakes And How To Fix Them
As a sports dietitian who works with endurance athletes, and a runner myself, I receive a lot of questions about what to eat and drink to...
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Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, CARA Partner
- Aug 21, 2019
- 6 min
Top 10 Nutrition Myths & Facts You Need To Know For Marathon Training!
By Fresh Thyme Farmers Market Registered Dietitian Kerry Clifford, MS, RD, LDN When it comes to exercise, carbohydrates are the least...
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