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It’s not just what to eat, but when to eat
Researchers are finding more and more that they don’t know as much about metabolism and losing weight as their thought they did. Most recently? When to eat. A few studies, the most recent published in...
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Training plan: Lose 10 lb. and run a 10K
An action plan to help you shed pounds while race training Author information Canadian Running Canadian Running magazine is the national voice of all runners. From beginners to Olympians, we celebrate...
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Dieting puts major strain on the brain
If you’re looking to lose weight, steer clear of overly restrictive diets. Cutting down the calories too much will reduce brain function along with the belly fat. When dieting, the goal shouldn’t be to...
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Upcoming film: From Fat to Finish Line
From Fat to Finish Line is a new running documentary that will be inspiring particularly for anyone who has taken to the sport as means to lose weight or live a healthier lifestyle. The documentary...
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New Balance Canadian runner of the week: Sheila MacDonald
Last March when Sheila MacDonald first started running, she couldn’t hold a pace for more than 30 seconds. She was overweight and went to the gym to lose weight for the summer. Reducing her body size...
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Canadian researchers map geographical causes of obesity
One researcher from the University of Western Ontario, Jason Gilliland believes that causes of obesity can be mapped. He has teamed up with others at the university’s Human Environments Analysis Lab to...
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The snack: Three ingredient pancake recipes
Pancakes are a longstanding breakfast classic and your everyday pancake made with flour, milk and sugar, smothered in maple syrup, probably isn’t that great for you. However, not all pancakes need have...
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Top 10 quinoa recipes
There’s no doubt about it, quinoa is a superfood and should be a part of every health-conscious runner’s diet. It is one of the few foods that is considered a ‘complete protein,’ which means it...
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Seasonal snacking: Must-try zucchini recipes
Into zucchini? Who isn’t? This staple in summer gardens is one of the most versatile vegetables there is. Create a new favourite snack, bake a breakfast muffin or learn a new side dish to add to the...
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Top 20 healthy food swaps
Looking for easy ways to lose weight, or to simply make your diet a little bit healthier? Here are some easy healthy food swaps to make for common foods that will set you in the right direction. 1)...
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Daily weighing may keep weight off, study shows
A recent study has found that frequent (even daily) weigh-ins are an effective way to keep weight off, especially for males. This finding, published by researchers at Cornell University in the Journal...
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The biggest weight loss myth debunked
Almost everyone who has ever tried to lose weight has heard that the rule of thumb is that it takes 3,500 calories of deficit to result in one lost pound. This rule came into play in 1958, when Dr. Max...
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Top 10 mistakes that are derailing your weight loss
There might be a few things on this list that surprise you. 1) You’re not counting all your calories. A lot of the time, we think of our daily calories as what we consume during breakfast, lunch and...
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The swap: Mashed cauliflower versus potato
Love mashed potatoes? Subbing cauliflower in instead is healthier and just as satisfying. Who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? This soft and fluffy side dish goes with pretty much anything and it tastes...
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Scrap the bedtime snack, lose more weight during training says study
Into bedtime snacking? A new study gives you reason to scrap the habit. If you’re a late night nibbler, new research warns that you may want to quit the habit if you’re also an endurance athlete. It...
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The swap: Mayo alternatives
Sometimes the easiest lunch to bring to work or picnics in summer is the good old sandwich. Rather than slathering it with mayo, try one of these healthy spreads instead. Mayo may be the classic...
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Protein-rich breakfast prevents fat gain
Prior research has demonstrated that around 60 per cent of young people have a habit of skipping breakfast up to four times per week, despite the fact that consuming the morning meal has been shown to...
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Healthy weekend snack swaps
Hey it happens. The weekend rolls around and that hard work and dedication that you’ve been exemplifying all week comes to an end. The weekend is time to recharge and reward yourself for the hours of...
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The swap: Sour cream versus yogurt
Runners are always looking for healthy eating tips or ways to boost the nutrition value of a meal or snack. A hard effort day or reaching a new distance on a long run feels great. Why spoil it by then...
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The swap: Ways to cut out the butter
We’re all about the baking and getting creative in the kitchen. As runners, we know how hard it can be when faced with a supposedly healthy recipe that calls for unhealthy ingredients. If you just...
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