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Where to Eat in Mount Hood

If you’re traveling to Mount Hood for a meet and need places to eat without going through the hassle of scouring locations and menus, we have you covered! The Mount Hood Community College Aquatic Center has tons of great restaurants all around it, and we’ve put together some of the best places and meals all […]

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Where To Eat in Atlanta, GA

Where to Eat in Atlanta, GA If you are heading to a swim meet in Atlanta, GA soon there are tons of local and chain restaurants available for your fueling purposes! Below are some of my favorite places to eat while competing in Atlanta.  Upbeet Menu link: https://www.upbeet.com/menuOnline Ordering: Yes, for pickup! Hours: Monday-Friday 10:30am-8:30pm,

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Optimizing Performance: Tailoring Nutrition Throughout the Menstrual Cycle

Achieving peak performance isn’t just about what happens in training; it’s also about how we fuel our bodies. For female athletes, understanding how nutritional needs fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle can be a game-changer in optimizing performance. By aligning nutrition with physiological changes, female athletes can harness the power of their bodies to excel in

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Are Supplements Needed?

As competitive swimmers, the pursuit of peak performance is relentless. Endless laps, rigorous training, and grueling competitions demand not only physical prowess but also optimal nutrition to fuel and recover. Throughout my journey as an athlete, in high school, college, and professionally,  supplementation wasn’t a priority. I was never consistent nor did I know what

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Does a Multivitamin Really Help Me?

Does a Multivitamin Really Help Me? Multivitamins are very popular and are the most common supplement used. They contain many different vitamins, minerals, and come in many different forms such as gummies, tablets, liquids and powders. Vitamins are mostly taken once or twice daily. Multivitamins contain many minerals that are very important for your health.

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Eating Out While Traveling: Healthy Tips and Tricks for Eating Out at Meets

Eating out during competition doesn’t have to derail your nutritional goals. By making informed choices and being mindful of your food selections, you can optimally fuel your body while maintaining performance levels. Prioritizing hydration, seeking balanced meals, practicing portion control, and making smart choices about carbohydrates, fats, and snacks are key strategies to ensure health

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Guest Blog by Tjasa Pintar: A Winning Championship Season with Ravizza’s 7 Rs

It is the most wonderful time of the year; it is TAPER time! After months of hard work and pushing your body and mind to the limit, it is time to rest and enjoy some fast swimming. There is no such thing as a perfect meet; every competition has ups and downs, highs and lows.

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Phillips 66 Nationals Food Blog- Irvine, California by Jordan Kelly

Phillips Nationals Irvine CA 7/26-7/30 (William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center) Blog By Jordan Kelly As championship meets are getting closer and closer, I will be sharing some tips and options  for where you might eat and how to manage your nutrition at the Phillips Nationals in Irvine California.  Make sure to do some shopping for

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