Lots more foods do a body more good than milk from a cow! Read on to learn about plant foods high in calcium and a sample meal plan for athletes to boost calcium intake.
Plant Foods High in Iron: A Sample Meal Plan for Vegan Runners
An overview of iron requirements for men and women, how to ensure absorption and a sample meal plan for vegan runners.
5 High-Calorie Foods for Vegan Runners
Yes, you CAN get enough calories to train for a marathon on a vegan diet. The 5 high-calorie vegan foods discussed here are only the beginning.
Four Bean, Five Alarm Veggie Chili
Here's how I make my award-winning veggie chili, an excellent choice for vegan runners in need of protein, iron and vitamin C after a hard workout or race.
Creamy Marinara Pasta with Spinach
Creamy marinara pasta that comes together in the time it takes to boil the pasta and then head out for a 3-mile run.
Upper-Body Challenge: My First Memorial Day Murph
The Plant-Powered Runner takes on the Murph.
Core Exercises for Strength and Balance
Add these exercises to your cross-training routine to improve strength and balance and prevent running injuries.
Crunch Those Abs and Run Better with These 4 Abdominal Exercises
A strong core results in a more stable gait with fewer excessive movements, improves running economy and makes it easier to negotiate uneven terrain on trails.
3 Myths about Strength Training Dispelled
I've talked a time or two before about strength training and how it has benefited me personally, and a lot has been said on the subject and can be found by Googling "why runners need to strength train." Still, the information doesn't seem to be reaching everyone who needs it, because I regularly... talk to… Continue reading 3 Myths about Strength Training Dispelled
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