“You’re killing your children…”

Words from Chef Jamie Oliver to a mother after reviewing what she was feeding her children every week.
If you’re a parent, you should watch this. I’m not sure what we can do to change this on level that it needs to be changed. I’ll leave that up to people smarter than me. However, we can [...]

Kimberly’s Kitchen for Competitors: Is jerky the perfect training food?

Kimberly Edwards

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Welcome to another addition of “Kimberly’s Kitchen for Competitors.” Boy, oh boy, do I have a solution for you to replenish your [...]

5-1/2 Questions with David “Chef” Wallach: Pissing in your gas tank

David, “Chef” Wallach represents a fascinating balance between food and fitness. At some point in their lives, athletes can get a bit anal when it comes to food. Who among us hasn’t gone off the deep end with some new nutritional strategy in attempt to improve our performance? Wallach, however, came to the same point as a foodie first, athlete second. Before he ever became serious about what goes on in a squat rack, he was devoted to what goes on in front of a hot stove.

5-1/2 Questions with Jen Heath: Post-Season Training

My favorite physique coach Jen Heath is back to share some advice on how to transition from your race season to off-season. Here’s a hint: It involves lifting some weights and being mindful of what you stick in your mouth.

Is roasting your own coffee beans healthier?

The coffee aficionados among us know that nothing beats the taste of fresh-ground coffee. In fact, once you’ve tasted it, it’s tough to go back to black turpentine they serve at most restaurants. Nutrition guru Dr. John Berardi explores why you might want to go a step farther and roast your own beans to reap some additional health benefits.

Athlete’s Garden: Overgrown and heading to dormant period

The summer is definitely here in the Mojave Desert. We’ve had temps hit in the low triple digits the past few weeks and a brief run-up to 110+ for a few days has put the garden through its paces. Here’s a brief update of the last days of the warm season garden on what worked (not too much) and what didn’t (quite a bit) before I start prepping for the cool season garden.

Chef Emy’s Garlic Basil Shrimp

Bring some fresh summer flavors into your kitchen with this quick, easy, and healthy dish from professional bodybuilder and fitness chef, Emanuela Silvagni.

Geat lean and win $10,000

Guest contributor Dr. John Berardi dropped me a line the other day telling me all about his new nutrition program. Berardi is recognized as one of the top nutrition coaches in the world and is known for his programs getting people results. Fast. Here’s the catch: To qualify for this reward, you have to participate in the Lean Eating program. You get six months of top-notch coaching, and, if during those 6 months you achieve the best body transformation, you’ll win $10,000.

Kimberly’s dishwasher salmon with steamed veggies

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Yes, you can cook fish in the dishwasher!

Welcome to another addition of “Kimberly’s Kitchen for Competitors.” Here’s a new and quirky way to [...]

Chef Joseph T. Bonanno, Jr.: Pasta il Pompiere

Please welcome our latest guest author, Joseph T. Bonanno. Joe is a long-time veteran of the New York Fire Department, the author of two cookbooks and a recognized fitness expert. To kick off his first article, Joe shares a delicious and healthy recipe featuring fresh ingredients that should be available at your local organic market…or even better, coming soon to your backyard garden!