Oh, supplements. There are so many out there…purporting to solve all kinds of problems…in a relatively easy way…just take a pill or a scoop & you’re good to go! With all the available options, I have to ask one of my favorite questions: To supplement or not to supplement? And, per usual, my answer is
Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of Erin’s article on Restrictive Diets & Athletes. Here’s the link to read Part 1. “Last week I outlined the pitfalls of food restriction in athletes. Underfueling, whether intentional or unintentional, can lead to a host of short & long-term detriments to your training & health. So how can
“Most athletes I’ve encountered tend toward a ‘more is better’ approach in their training. In the case of nutrition, however, this usually manifests in ‘less is better’, as in: restriction & weight loss is the path to better performance. I’ve seen athletes cut out entire food groups (like fruits & starches) or dramatically shift their