Nutrition
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Most nutrition trends aren’t worth your time. But there are a few exceptions.
What you eat changes how you feel. These foods are the best for your brain
Craft hot sauce is the new craft beer. And there's no better way to spice up your backcountry meals.
For years, female athletes have relied on training protocols, injury guidelines, and nutrition plans based on research conducted with men. That's starting to change.
Planet-friendly food doesn't have to break the bank
Stave off the fall cold with these three delicious recipes
A new crop of CBD food is aimed directly at helping athletes—and it tastes good, too
Long-distance running can be tough on the stomach. These foods can help.
With a few changes to your pantry, you can make quick, cleanup-free meals on the road
As head of Cornell University's Food and Brand Lab, Brian Wansink built a career portfolio out of questionable research practices. His resignation has prompted a call for massive reforms in the profession.
This video from Nine Mind Asylum features runner Allie Kiefer’s focus on nutrition in an effort to qualify for the 2020 Olympics.
We're kicking off a new fitness column by surfing legend Laird Hamilton. First up: his top tips for performing at your best.
We love chocolate and marshmallow s'mores, but these cheese-filled options are delicious and gooey, too.
Okay, we'll admit it. Our office is, like, five minutes from a TJ's.
A former champion and constant runner-up face off on the final day of Fat Bear Week 2018, but every one is a winner in our hearts
Athletes break down their nutrition rituals.
Thanks to a growing list of new mocktails and alcohol-free beverage makers, nondrinkers have better options than ever
For one week every fall, Alaska's Katmai National Park celebrates the survival skills and ample rolls of the happiest bears in the world. But there's more to their reigning champion than meets the eye.
There are a lot of obscure ingredients in Gu gels. Here's what they actually do for you.
Eating habits of the world's best cyclocrossers
The benefits are still murky, but experts say there's no harm in adding more to your diet
The Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc, one of the biggest 100-mile races in the world, kicks off Friday at noon ET. Pro runners showed us some of the gear they’ll be using.
The breakfasts and trail snacks that get Outside staffers through long days
Your body could use a boost, but a cleanse isn't the answer
Athletes are especially susceptible to this common, curable iron-deficiency disease
Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky are back with a new cookbook filled with the recipes that fueled Flanagan's historic win at the New York City Marathon
A host of companies are offering easy, snackable paleo options that you can order online
Eating for endurance can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be
You don’t train the same way every day. Here’s why you should periodize everything else, too.
Antinutrients are the buzzy new word in nutrition, but they're not quite what their name would imply
Stave off midday munchies with these editor-approved options
Meltzer's secret to success? An unorthodox diet.
It doesn’t always tell the full story. Independent testers have arrived to fill in the gaps.
Don't ride on empty. Eat something that’s good enough to feed the pros.
When it comes to our appetites, we’re no different than our caveman ancestors
Getting older doesn't have to keep you from setting new PRs
Gluten-free? Vegan? Paleo? There's a snack for that.
Summertime means our favorite foods are in season. Eat up.
The little green legumes are having a moment in the plant-based fitness world
It's the one-stop shop for healthy fuel. Here's a grocery list, plus meal ideas for how to best use the store's cheap, high-quality ingredients.
Six pro endurance athletes weigh in on the foods that keep them energized for the long haul
They're in your gels, chews, and drinks, but do you really need them?
For optimal muscle gains, when you eat matters just as much as what you eat
These between-meal bites are major performance boosters. And they can be whipped up fast in your kitchen.
If you're not a fan of the dehydrated food from stores, here's how you can make your own.
The easiest way to recover from the grind is to follow this basic formula, then get creative with the add-ons
The world of capsules, pills, and powders is fraught with junk science and sketchy brands. Here's how the professionals wade through the confusion.
It might taste indulgent, but a peanut butter and jelly sandwich is effective and more affordable than the average energy bar
Pounding fluid during a race doesn't have to be a miserable experience
These grocery store finds make it easier to feed your nonstop adventuring
Researchers at Stanford and UCLA are teaching college distance runners that when it comes to staying injury-free, what they eat matters
The entrepreneur believes that biohacking can rocket your body and mind to peak performance. His Bulletproof diet zoomed into the mainstream, his Bullet-proof coffee has everyone quaffing butter, and his Bulletproof books fly off the shelves. Now Bulletproof Labs is out to hack, well, everything.
You've heard about paleo, keto, Whole30, IIFYM, and intermittent fasting. But can they support an active lifestyle?
It's the most reliable performance booster in the world—unless you have the wrong genes
We investigated whether it's possible to get a healthy and delicious meal in a bottle
It’s hard to make a living from just one thing. The champion middle-distance runner, cofounder of Picky Bars, coach, and mother of two lets us in on how she juggles it all.
Steer clear of takeout, snack foods, and grab-and-go sandwiches
If you've ever wondered why one sour costs $4 and another costs $12, read on. (Spoiler: One may be an impostor.)
It's nature's perfect post-workout meal, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise
For long-term health in endurance athletes, when you eat is nearly as important as how much you eat
Whenever we hit the road for a daylong sufferfest or weekend adventure, we stock up on these bars and gels
Time to dust off that soup pot. These recipes—from veggie-centric to downright meaty—will have you feeling warm, full, and happy in no time.
Testing the idea that you can improve your ability to eat on the run
Seven food subscription services for those on a vegetarian, ketogenic, or paleo diet
These real foods deliver all the complete proteins you need to build strength and reduce the risk of injury
Fungi farmers are banking on their crops going big as mushrooms appear in everything from superdrinks to pest controls to miracle cures
It isn't the answer to all your muscle-building woes, but it is a smart nutrition option for outdoor athletes. Fact is, you likely can't get enough protein without it.
Wondering how to ensure that your gut is healthy? We're here to answer your most pressing questions.
The microbes in our digestive systems can affect everything from our mental health to our weight and vulnerability to disease. So why not athletic performance? New science is set to revolutionize the way we eat, train, and live.
In the name of citizen science, we peered inside the bellies of Outside staff—and seven elite athletes
Forget training load and biomechanics. A surprising new study suggests that avoiding injury might come down to something far simpler.
