Snacks
5 High Protein Vegetarian Snacks
Consuming enough protein is one of the biggest challenges for a vegetarian athlete. For vegetarians, finding great snack foods with high protein can be difficult; however, spur-of-the-moment snack foods can [...]
Craving Unhealthy Foods? What You Can Do to Stop
When it comes to eating well, most people have good intentions. The problem arises when all of a sudden they get an urge for something sweet—and everything goes out the [...]
Why Healthy Snacks Help Athletes Maintain Weight and Perform Better
Snacking is often associated with junk food, late night eating and excessive amounts of calories. However, if you select the right foods, snacks can help keep your blood sugars stable, [...]
Broccoli or Big Macs? How Collegiate Athletes Can Eat Healthy
Among all college students, athletes should be especially interested in eating healthy. This is because they burn so many calories through practice, conditioning, lifting and games; and in order to [...]
10 Things I Know as a Nutritionist That I Wish I’d Known as an Athlete
Editor's Note: Before STACK Expert Roberta Jenero became a successful licensed dietitian, she was an avid athlete, just like you. Twenty-five years of experience in her chosen profession have provided [...]
Homemade Trail Mix: The Ideal Grab-N-Go Snack
On-the-go athletes can have difficulty finding healthy snacks. Since they should eat every few hours, having options is critical if you want to stick to this plan. Homemade trail mix [...]
Allyson Felix Mentor Teens Through ACUVUE 1-DAY Contest
After earning an Olympic gold medal this summer in London, Allyson Felix is hard at work helping other athletes reach their goals. Recently, thanks to the ACUVUE 1-DAY Contest, one lucky winner [...]
The Dangers of Fad Diets
Fad diets may lead to quick weight loss, but they can be extremely dangerous. Young athletes need to eat well-balanced meals with the right nutrients to support intense workouts. That starts with lean proteins [...]
Learn Portion Control
For Meals Protein = Hockey Puck Stick to a three-ounce serving of meat, fish or poultry. It should take up approximately a quarter of your plate. Veggies = Baseball A one-cup serving [...]
Ask the Experts: When Should I Eat My Pre-Game Meal?
Q: How far in advance of a game should I eat my pre-game meal? A: About three to four hours before game time. This will ensure that your body has enough [...]