MUIR Journal
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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What's Cooking in the MUIR Kitchen?
What’s cooking in the MUIR kitchen? Here are the newest and juiciest updates from MUIR HQ from September, 2022.
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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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Defining Sustainable Nutrition, According to a Dietitian
Can the way we eat really impact the climate crisis? Lauren MacLeod (@themountaindietitian), MUIR content editor and sports dietitian, explores how to eat well -- for humans and for the planet™.
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MUIR Energy is Dropping "Clean" From Its Lingo. Here's Why.
At MUIR Energy, we believe that optimal health relies on eating whole foods–but it’s equally important to be able to enjoy all foods in moderation. While we love creating tasty and powerful energy gels, our priority is to encourage everyone to eat well AND live well.
That’s why we’re removing the word “clean” from all marketing, including our mission statement.
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How to Spark Joy with Food on the Appalachian Trail
I have drastically changed the way I view nourishment since starting a thru-hike attempt of the Appalachian Trail.
I’m not a picky eater. In fact, in my normal life I’m content to make one big meal and eat it for the next week. Being okay with both bland and spicy foods. I viewed food as fuel only–eat as much as I need - sometimes more - and I’m set. All that changed for the Appalachian Trail, a footpath running nearly 2,200 miles from Springer Mountain in Georgia to Mt. Katahdin in Maine.
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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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3 Ways to Nourish Your “Hot Girl Summer”
One of the best parts of summer is spending more time outside–hiking, swimming, running, paddleboarding, and everything else (literally) under the sun. These activities make your soul smile, your skin tan, and your energy needs increase.
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2022 1% For the Planet Donation Recipients Announced
Thank you to everyone who voted on this year's 1% For the Planet donation! We have decided to divide our support between two organizations – one local (food), one global (climate).
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Free Protein Calculator For Seniors: 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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Backcountry Trip Report: Mt. Ritter
Mammoth Lakes resident Paz Mendelevitch and his buddy Danny Sandoval embarked on a multi-day splitboard adventure into the Ritter Range with the goal of summiting and snowboarding down Mt Ritter.
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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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