Trimarni Coaching and Nutrition

Are you under the impression that protein powder is the only way to recover after a workout? ----------------------- Athletes who train consistently hard on consecutive days are the ones who are able to get stronger and perform better in races. The key to this isn't just a loud alarm clock or superhuman willpower, however, it's recovering quickly from training so you can train hard, day in and day out. Nailing your post-workout nutrition promotes quick recovery, reduces muscle soreness, builds muscle, improves immune system functioning, and replenishes glycogen—all key building blocks in setting you up for tomorrow's session. When we consume meals or snacks as soon as possible post workout (ex. within 30 minutes), our muscles become primed to accept key nutrients that can replenish glycogen and encourage protein synthesis. As a reminder, recovery includes everything that happens between two workouts which theoretically means that your recovery nutrition "win...

As promised in my last blog , here are three delicious recipes using Explore Cuisine products.  PRODUCT OPTIONS Bean Pastas: Organic adzuki bean spaghetti, organic black bean spaghetti, organic edamame and mung bean fettuccine, organic edamame spaghetti, organic soybean spaghetti. Product Spotlight: Organic black bean spaghetti Per 2 ounce dry serving: 215 calories 2g fat 23g carbohydrates 1267mg potassium 12g dietary fiber 4g sugar (natural) 25g protein 32% daily iron (based on 2000 calorie diet) 15% daily calcium (based on 2000 calorie diet) Black Bean spaghetti with kale cilantro pesto 1 cup kale 1 cup cilantro 1/3 cup chopped almonds, toasted 1 garlic clove 1 small sweet banana pepper 2 tbsp lime juice Pinch of salt ½ cup parmesan cheese ½ cup olive oil 1 box (8 ounce) Explore Cuisine Black Bean Spaghetti 1. Blend first 7 ingredients in food processor. Add cheese and slowly pour in olive oil. 2. Boil 8 cups of water and pour in Organic Black Bean S...

Introducing Explore Cuisine: A pasta for anyone. For decades, pasta has ruled as the go-to comfort food for athletes. It’s quick, easy and a beloved source of carbs. However, pasta alternatives are slowly finding their way into the supermarkets and on the plates of many health conscious athletes. Loaded with plant based protein, Explore Cuisine has taken a new delicious approach to traditional pasta. Integrating beans, peas, lentils, edamame and chickpeas into their line of products, Explore Cuisine has a pasta for everyone, without sacrificing taste, quality or nutritional value. I found out about Explore Cuisine (formally called Explore Asia), as I received a bag of edamame pasta in my Ironman World Championship goodie swag bag (well more like two bags as Karel received a bag too).  I was excited to try it out when we returned home from the big island. I followed the directions and added in some veggies and sauce and viol à  - it tasted pretty good! COOKING ...