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Sports Injury? Eating for Prevention and Healing

By Tamara Jacobi, originally published on MindBodyGreen

You’ve been training for months, maybe even years, for the big race day. Yet, a quick snap, crackle or pop and it’s game over. Instead of heading to the starting line you’re sitting on the couch.

Did you know that sports injuries are often a sign of nutrition imbalance? Many athletes have come to think of injuries as simply part of training and being “sporty”. However, at the same time, athletes also have a tendency to focus their diet on a set of basic set of sports nutrition “rules” that concentrate on specific ratios of proteins, carbs and calories, with little attention to nutritional quality. Coincidence? I’m not so sure . .

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Make your own energy drink

Ready to make your own natural energy drink?

Chia seeds are one of my favorite natural energy boosters. Particularly after a long
workout, I crave a blast of protein and healthy fats. Chia seeds are a great option.

Check out this simple, yet powerful recipe. You can make it at home and take it with you.

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Sports Nutrition Myth Busters: Coconut Water

What is all the coconut water hype about? This “miraculous” hydration drink has exploded in popularity in the last few years. You’ve probably seen it at yoga studios, gyms and even at grocery store checkout lines. Coconut water companies claim that coconut water is the BEST, all natural way to hydrate. Better, in fact than pure water due to it’s high electrolyte content. Truth or myth? Is this something that athletes should be stocking their fridges with and guzzling after a good sweat? Is this truly a natural alternative to sports drinks?

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How To Have Healthy Knees At 90

By Tamara Jacobi

Published on MindBodyGreen

Do you have happy, healthy, knees? With each step, our knees bend and extend, catching us before we fall. They provide us with endless support, yet so many of us take our knees for granted. That’s no way to treat a vital friend!

This year brings my 30th and my mom’s 60th birthdays; benchmarks that have prompted reflection for us both. We’re both passionate athletes (from SUP surfing to trail running, we say bring it on!). We’re also both pain free and we want to stay that way! My mother is an impressively fit example of how I want to look and feel when I’m 60. As we enter a new decade together, we’re putting a spotlight on knee health. We both feel strongly that happy knees are essential to maintaining the active lifestyle that we love.

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What Athletes Need To Know About Eating Holistically

Article By Tamara Jacobi

Published on MindBodyGreen

My tummy is growling as I paddle to catch another blissful wave. It’s official; I’m addicted to Stand Up Paddle Boarding. I’ve held many SUP yoga poses and ridden hundreds of glorious waves since I wrote “Stand Up Paddle Boarding: Restore Balance and Deepen Your Yoga Practice”. The only thing that can pull me away from the waves is hunger and thirst. As I reluctantly paddle back to the beach I ponder my next snack. It’s definitely time for fuel, but what’s it going to be? I was a serious athlete long before I studied holistic nutrition. From marathons and rugby, to mountaineering and powder skiing, I loved it all. I was the quintessential “tom boy” and a glutton for challenging my body with sport.

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"Burst" to get fit

You might be happy to hear that a short blast of intense exercise has been proven to be even better for you than extensive workouts. Surprised? Welcome to the world of burst training, where high intensity intervals—high-speed jumping jacks, sit-ups, sprints and more—are the name of the game. The best part? Burst training means you can spend less time exercising and be fitter than ever. Too good to be true?

As a nutrition coach and long time endurance athlete, I have to admit that originally I was skeptical of the burst training philosophy. I strongly believed that the longer you exercise, the more calories you burn and the fitter you will become. Reluctantly, I decided to give burst training a try . . .

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60 Second Meditation

You’re probably aware that meditation has many significant benefits, not only to our minds, but to our bodies as well. Most of us have tried meditation at some point or another. Unfortunately, many of us don’t last long with our meditation regimes. In our busy lives, time is a hot commodity and it’s easy o become distracted. Sitting still and clearing the mind for extended periods of time is extremely challenging for many of us and often falls to the bottom of the list.

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Superbowl GUACAMOLE!

I can't believe I'm saying this BUT . . . I've become a football fan! My boyfriend (a Colorado boy, naturally a huge Bronco's fan), has successfully brainwashed me. About a month ago I even found myself decked out in a "Bronco poncho" and orange pom poms, cheering like crazy for the Broncos at Denver's Mile-High stadium.

As a holistic nutrition coach, football has been a hard sell for me for many years. It's not exactly the most wholesome of sports! Watching guys in tights and helmets tackling each other has never appealed to me. I have to admit, it's still amazing to me that SO many people watch football. It is a pretty strange game, afterall. However, I finally have an allegiance to a team and have been caught up in the masses of football fans. I have experienced the contagious energy/thrill of cheering for your favorite team. The crazy fans, the creative costumes, the ridiculous mascots, the Barbie-looking Cheerleaders, what an event! When the Broncos were eliminated in the playoffs I was bummed!

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The Secret to Sustainable Resolutions

Are you committed to improved health and weight loss for 2013? Popular New Year’s resolutions include:

“I want to lose 10 lbs”.

“I want to eat healthier”.

Sound familiar? If so, let’s make it happen!

BUT, with a catch . . . let’s make it sustainable is time.

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5 Keys to Holistic Nutrition

Are you nourishing yourself completely? When considering this question, the first thing that comes to mind may be food. Indeed, nutrients, minerals, carbs, proteins, fats, etc are essential components of the nutritional foundation for your unique body. However it’s important to look beyond food for nourishment as well. It’s easy to become preoccupied by the nuts and bolts of modern nutrition and lose sight of the mosaic of our lives and nourishment in its many forms. Here are my favorite ways that you can catch a glimpse into the essence of holistic nutrition. These are key pieces to get you started down the path of nourishing yourself completely!

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