Fuel & Training Tips
Best Energy Gels for Marathon Runners
Whether you're gearing up for a half-marathon, marathon, or an ultramarathon, energy gels are a cornerstone of your fueling strategy. The right energy gel ensures for runners sustained energy, prevents mid-run crashes, and keeps you pushing through the toughest miles. But with so many options available, finding the best running gels can feel overwhelming. Here's everything you need to know to make an informed choice.
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High Altitude Training: The Only 8 Tips You’ll Ever Need
There’s nothing quite like running high in the mountains or in a high-altitude town like Denver, the mile-high city. When you’re coming from sea level, though, the low oxygen can be a completely new challenge. Don’t worry, here are the best tips to help you prepare.
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U.S. Men's National Team fueling with MUIR Energy at the 2022 World Cup
We hope you’ve been enjoying this year's World Cup. Did you spot MUIR Energy? We did! Whether you prefer “soccer” or “football,” we’re proud to fuel USMNT players and coaches throughout their practices and matches.
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Nutrients to Support Optimal Health in Winter
Eden Morris (@gardenofeden_rd) is a registered dietitian based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She’s a former collegiate athlete turned mountain athlete who encourages everyone to eat all the foods in order to climb all the mountains – instead of the other way around.
In this article, Eden discusses the most important nutrients you need to stay healthy, no matter your winter sport.
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What is Adventure Racing? Here's what you need to know.
MUIR Energy Trail Club member Jenica Law and her team from the Eastern Sierra just won 4th place at the USARA National Championship in Bishop, CA. She sat down with MUIR Energy content editor Lauren MacLeod to talk about mountain biking in darkness, kayaking while half awake, people on leashes, and the role MUIR gels played in her nutrition strategy.
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Use This Trail Running Nutrition Plan on Your Next Race Day
Looking for a trail race nutrition plan? Lauren MacLeod, RD, sports dietitian and MUIR Energy Content Editor and breaks down the perfect energy gels for each stage of your next race.
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MUIR Athlete Travis Soares Climbed 247 Peaks in 117 Days – Here's How
Travis Soares, MUIR Energy’s newest athlete, just earned the Fastest Known Time (FKT) for the Sierra Peaks Section – a list of 247 peaks, the completion of which is a lifelong endeavor.
Travis sat down with MUIR Energy content editor Lauren MacLeod to talk about epic bivys, barefoot racing, food advocacy, and the role MUIR gels play in his nutrition.
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Top Summer Hydration Tips for Athletes
Eden Morris (@gardenofeden_rd) is a registered dietitian based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. She’s a former collegiate athlete turned mountain athlete who encourages everyone to eat all the foods in order to climb all the mountains – instead of the other way around.
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How MUIR Athletes are Preparing for Summer
Are you getting ready for a summer of races and running? Check out what the MUIR athletes are up to, plus their strategies for using MUIR gels as part of your training.
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Free Protein Calculator: Nutrition for Athletes Over 50
There are many changes that occur within the body as athletes age which can affect cardiovascular function, bone density, muscle strength, flexibility, and more. The top way to manage these changes is through balanced nutrition. In this article, we’ll dive into evidence-based nutrition recommendations to keep you running, skiing, biking, weight lifting, and more for years to come.
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Trail Running Hydration Tips
Hydration is key for keeping your joints cushioned, mind sharp, and body strong, but it doesn’t always get the atten...
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Why Trail Runners Should Incorporate a Strength Training Program
Runners want to run! It is hard to take time away from running and apply it to strength training. Here are the top three reasons why strength training is a critical part of your running program.
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