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Fueling for Hikes and Climbs

By Sally Hara, on May 21st, 2011

by Sally Hara, MS, RD, CSSD, CDE

Preparing for a hike or climb includes more than making sure that you have the right clothing and gear. To really have a successful and enjoyable adventure, you also need to ensure that your body is optimally fueled and hydrated. It’s not that there . . . → Read More: Fueling for Hikes and Climbs

What’s the Big Deal About Fruits & Veggies?

By Sally Hara, on May 20th, 2011

I’ve been challenging people to eat more fruits and vegetables this year (trying to encourage rather than nag). I grin to myself when I do this. It’s not a new idea. Even my grandmother told me these are “good for you.” She was right…but I don’t think that she had any idea of just . . . → Read More: What’s the Big Deal About Fruits & Veggies?

Mjeddrah (lentils & rice)

By Sally Hara, on May 20th, 2011

Sports Drinks: What’s in your bottle??

By Sally Hara, on April 19th, 2011

I was recently asked if there are certain sports drinks that I prefer over others. There are actually several sports drinks that I like, use, and recommend, depending on the type, duration, and intensity of training, environmental conditions, and individual considerations for each athlete. It seems like there are new products coming out every . . . → Read More: Sports Drinks: What’s in your bottle??

Nutrition Challenge #4: Game Plan

By Sally Hara, on February 28th, 2011

So far my nutrition challenges have consisted of 1) Eating at least 7 servings of fruits and vegetables per day, 2) Drinking at least 64 oz. of water each day (additional for exercise), and 3) Eating at least every 3-4 hours. The next challenge should help tie these all together. As with most things . . . → Read More: Nutrition Challenge #4: Game Plan

Curried Lentil and Spinach Soup

By Sally Hara, on January 24th, 2011

Ingredients

· 2 Tbls Olive Oil

· 1 1/2 Cups Onion, chopped

· 1 Cup Celery, chopped

· 1 Cup Carrots, chopped & peeled

· 3 Garlic cloves, minced

· 1 Tbls Curry powder (preferably Madras-style)

· 1 Tbls Fresh Ginger, minced

· 1 tsp Ground Cumin

· 1 Bay Leaf

· 1/4 tsp . . . → Read More: Curried Lentil and Spinach Soup

Gingered Butternut Squash Soup

By Sally Hara, on January 24th, 2011

This comforting soup is surprisingly simple to make.

Active Prep Time: 15 minutes (Total Prep Time: 1hr 20 minutes) Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized butternut squash (~2#), quartered • 1 yellow onion, peeled & quartered • 1 clove garlic, peeled • 1 tsp olive oil • 1/8 tsp salt • ¾ . . . → Read More: Gingered Butternut Squash Soup

How to Set Yourself up for Success!

By Sally Hara, on January 10th, 2011

So far, my Nutrition Challenges have included:

Eating at least 7 servings of fruits & vegetables each day Drinking at least 64 fluid ounces of water each day Eating at least every 3-4 hours (multiple small meals/ large snacks)

On the surface these seem simple enough, but it may be more challenging to keep . . . → Read More: How to Set Yourself up for Success!

Nutrition Challenge # 3: Eat Often

By Sally Hara, on January 7th, 2011

One of the most common mistakes I see people make is going too long without eating….For people trying to control their weight, skipping meals or snacks can set them up to fail. …Athletes who don’t eat much during the day are at a disadvantage too, even if they are not at high risk for obesity. . . . → Read More: Nutrition Challenge # 3: Eat Often

New Years Day … easy & healthy

By Sally Hara, on December 31st, 2010

Since New Year’s Day is a lazy day of recovery and fresh starts for many of us, consider making an easy healthy meal that allows for both . . . → Read More: New Years Day … easy & healthy

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