Protein
What You Should Eat When You’re Sick
No one wants to be sick, especially athletes. When an athlete is sick, he or she misses valuable time on the field or in the weight room. STACK talked to [...]
Is Jerky Actually Healthy?
Jerky is an attractive snack for athletes. For one, it’s high in protein. But unlike other meat-based foods, jerky doesn’t have to be refrigerated. That makes it a convenient and [...]
Is Sushi Actually Healthy?
Who doesn’t love sushi? The traditional Japanese dish continues to gain popularity around the world and has entered the pantheon of foods that seem to be universally loved. But unlike tacos [...]
Is Your Diet the Reason You Keep Getting Injured?
The last thing any athlete wants is to get injured. Despite sometimes being an inevitable consequence of being an athlete, missing out on training or competition is never ideal. If [...]
Is Hummus Actually Healthy?
Americans are crazy for hummus. National hummus sales now top $725 million annually, and it’s estimated that 25 percent of U.S. households now stock hummus in the fridge. It wasn’t [...]
Fuel Your Next Run With This Homemade Energy Bar
Athletes need to perform at their best, and to do that they need to fuel their bodies. Energy bars are a great pre or post run snack to boost your run...
5 Hacks to Make Holiday Workouts More Effective
There is a reason why "I will exercise" is one of the most common New Year's resolutions. As people slack off holiday workouts and eat delicious food,...
The Best Thanksgiving Carb to Eat All Year Round
While mashed (white) potatoes are one of the dishes we most look forward to on Thanksgiving, the sweet potato is a fantastic alternative. According to the Center for Science in [...]
Why You Should Eat Cranberries This Thanksgiving
Health Benefits of Cranberries for Athletes Now that the holiday season is upon us it's time to break out all the wonderful seasonal foods! One of my...
How to Make Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs are a convenient and affordable source of high-quality protein. An average sized egg has 6 grams of protein, 78 total calories and numerous health benefits. However, there’s not [...]