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? 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 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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Are you heading to Mission Viejo for the TYR Pro Swim Series on May 17-20, 2023? Do you know where you will be eating while you are out in California? No need to worry because we have some updated eats for you while you are attending this meet at the Marguerite Aquatic Center. Sabatino’s Italian
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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 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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Meet weeks are the best weeks! After a long, grueling block of training, getting the chance to step up on the blocks and race is the most thrilling, rewarding feeling. Meets are a great way to assess where you are at, what you need to work on, and how you will move forward in training.
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In 2013, I retired from my Executive Director job to stay home and raise our children. After 13 years in Executive level career work, my family needed me most. The decision to come home to help them be successful was easy even though it meant leaving a job I loved and that was very rewarding.
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My favorite part of the day is coming home after morning practice and making myself a nice full meal. I am usually thinking about what I want to make with a half an hour left of practice because I get so hungry! But, I most likely stick to the same thing every morning…avocado toast. Feast
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We post a lot about what we make and eat in our house. People ask me, well that’s great but what do you feed your kids? Well, the answer is quite simple. They eat what we eat. We expose them to all different types of foods. Our rule is you have to try one bite
