Recovery looks different for every individual and isn’t a one size fits all process. The reason why we need recovery is that our bodies need time to restore, replace, and rebuild any nutrients that might have been lost during training. Nutrition plays a huge role in the recovery process and has major benefits on how […]
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“Journal writing, when it becomes a ritual for transformation, is not only life-changing but life-expanding.” – Jen Williamson As a collegiate and an elite level athlete I had many ups and downs during my swimming career. I started to work with confidence coaches to help find myself, my confidence, my values and joy in the
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USA Swimming is kicking off the new year with their first stop of the TYR Pro Swim Series at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. The meet is January 11-14, 2023, and I have some healthy Knoxville eats to share with you if you are making the trip to this competition. Most of these recommendations
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What foods are in season this winter? The winter months are not my favorite because it gets darker earlier with the sun setting around 4 or 5pm AND since I live in Michigan, I don’t see the sun a lot. The weather tends to be cloudy, rainy, and snowy. However, it is a great time
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Benefits of Infrared Sauna I’m sure you all have sat in a sauna at one point or another, but have you ever experienced an infrared sauna? These saunas are not like your traditional ones. Infrared saunas emit infrared light experienced as radiant heat, which is absorbed by the surface of the skin. The light gently
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Are you looking to maximize your performance, in and out of the pool? What if you could? WHOOP is a fitness tracker that measures strain, recovery, and sleep. It is a band that you can wear on your wrist or bicep 24/7 that has the ability to charge on the go as you move throughout
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Are you looking to maximize your performance, in and out of the pool? What if you could? WHOOP is a fitness tracker that measures strain, recovery, and sleep. It is a band that you can wear on your wrist or bicep 24/7 that has the ability to charge on the go as you move throughout
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For all my coffee people, this one is for you. Whether you drink your coffee straight, with cream, or load up on the sugar, there is something for you in this read. For those of you who do love some extra sweetness in your cup, let’s uncover which creamers, sweeteners, and syrups are good to
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Sleep, Nutrition and Hydration while Traveling Around the World by Catie De Loof If you love to travel, or fly across the world for swimming, this blog post is for you. Managing sleep, nutrition, and hydration while travelling can be very difficult, whether you are flying domestic or overseas and changing time zones. It is
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Fall produce is full of antioxidants and nutrient-rich foods that keep your body healthy and balanced during the cooler seasons. From root vegetables, fresh produce, and whole grains/seeds, there are a variety of benefits that come from introducing seasonal ingredients into your diet. It’s not too late for fall recopies and getting the most out
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