Articles by Sarah Koszyk

Ultrarunner Fueling

You’re running 50k, 100k or even 100 miles. You definitely need a fueling plan to give your body the necessary energy to reach the finish line. Proper nutrition and hydration are extremely important to an ultrarunner’s s...

New Trends Using Whole Foods for the Ultrarunner

Fueling is essential for all athletes in order to sustain energy levels, prevent bonking and optimize performance. Where an athlete gets these energy sources is based on personal choice. Lately, a hot trend among ultraru...

Superfoods for the Ultrarunner

If you didn’t catch “Superfoods for the Ultrarunner: Part I” in the September 2015 issue, definitely check it out. This month’s Part II article discusses more “exotic” superfoods. These are foods that have been around fo...

Superfoods for the Ultrarunner

You may have heard the term ‘Superfoods’ running rampant in the media. These foods definitely provide extra-strength to our daily diets and they offer unique health benefits. Not only may superfoods assist us with our ge...

Your Optimal Race Weight

Our weight can affect our running performance, and every person has an ideal racing weight. If one holds too much weight, they risk running at a slower pace. If not enough weight is present, the person risks potential in...

Altitude and Your Nutrition

Altitude is a game changer for every runner who does not live and train at or above 6,000 feet. When you compete in a race high above sea level, you will need to adjust your nutrition and hydration while acclimating. Man...