1. Ironman Breakfast: Fit for a Champ!

    Ironman Breakfast Fit for a Champ! As Grand Rapids prepares to host the premiere 25K in the country tomorrow, I thought it might interest some of you endurance athletes out there, what I eat prior to a long race. This recipe evolved over many years of training for long distance events. It’s...
  2. Athletes, Fuel up on California Loaded Toast!

    Breakfast of Champions:California Loaded Toast(V/GF) While we are not exactly “champions”, my husband, Steve, and I have been endurance athletes (marathoners, ultra-marathoners and Ironman triathletes) for over eighteen years. This has afforded us many years of trial and error in the sports nutrition department. One of my favorite pre-long workout...
  3. Egg-Cited About Egg-Ploring Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs!

    Egg-Cited About Egg-Ploring Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs! Planning on dying Easter Eggs tomorrow? If so, head to the produce department and use Mother Nature’s beautifully vibrant colors! To dye our eggs, we used:Red Cabbage, Turmeric, Blueberries, Beets, and SpinachOther necessary ingredients include:Organic Eggs, Vinegar, and EVOO As kids our family ate colored...