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• What’s That in Your Mouth?

  Cyclocross season is party time for me. Beer, bikes, babes and whiskey. It’s my favorite time of the year. I love it. But all that partying really takes a toll, man. I’m tired! And I look like hell! And Sal has started calling me “Janice”... Posted Nov 14 2008, 12:38 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, nutrition

• The Secret to the Cyclocross Remount: Herb Brooks Knows It’s Not a Miracle

  So, last week I killed a bird and gained a remount. My mother sent me an email that said, “Poor birdie.” My old friend Tej commented likewise. Yesterday, I got my new racing bike. The deal has been in the works for a long time, so for me,... Posted Sep 18 2008, 11:08 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: cycling, fitness, eating, everyday_cyclist, rumors

• Stupid-Easy Pecan-Crusted Salmon.

  I’m not a huge fan of cooked salmon.  Raw?  Yes.  Give it to me raw all day long, baby.  Cooked is a different story. This has partially to do with my stint as a line worker in a fish-processing plant at the age of 17. That’s... Posted Sep 07 2008, 02:25 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, recipes

• Homemade Pizza Night: Bigtime Italian Fun on a Budget

  My life is dominated by Sicilians (don’t call them Italians, dude). Sal and I lived with his parents and sister for two years in San Jose, California and if you think living with your parents sounds like a nightmare, think again. Those Sicilians... Posted Aug 02 2008, 10:21 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: eating, food, life

• Triple (Yes, You Read That Right) Chocolate Pecan Protein Shake

  Eat your heart out, ErikV.  I have improved upon the double chocolate pecan protein shake… some thought it was not possible. addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Feverydayathleteblog.com%2F2008%2F04%2F28%2Ftriple-yes-you-read-that-right-chocolate... Posted Apr 29 2008, 01:01 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: cycling, eating, food, diet, recipes, nutrition

• Ten Rules for Good Nutrition from Berardi

  Dude. Sal and I collaborated last night to make a bomb-shizilly good dessert.  There are pictures and everything!  But, wouldn’t you know it, my accountant is beating down my door for Q4 paperwork.  While I go deal with grumpy Mr... Posted Jan 16 2008, 11:22 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, diet, tips, health

• Double Chocolate Pecan Shake (Yes, I swear it’s good for you.)

  Sal has a hardcore sweet tooth. Protein shakes have come a long way and, in general, they taste pretty good when made with dairy or soy milk - especially Jay Robb.  My sister especially loves BSN Chocolate Fudge flavor. However, even chocolatey protein... Posted Jan 11 2008, 08:39 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: eating, food, diet, recipes, nutrition, track

• Hey! I found the proof! It was in the pudding! (P90X Progress Update)

  If there’s one thing I know for sure, I am a big old sucker for data. Why? Tracking achievement in quantifiable terms is ridiculously motivating. Today, at my second body composition test, the numbers gave me valuable data for moving forward - and... Posted Dec 27 2007, 02:09 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, diet, nutrition, health, p90x

• Surviving my Business Trip: My Nutrition Emergency Kit

  If there is one thing that will make the difference between your success and failure when you start any kind of program, it is planning. Planning, planning, and more planning.  Plan for absolutely everything possible, and then be smart when you encounter... Posted Dec 18 2007, 07:41 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: eating, food, diet, tips, life

• This is Your Mouth on P90X: Island Pork Tenderloin Salad

  Island Pork Tenderloin Salad from the P90X Cookbook. If you like pork, this recipe is ridiculously good.  I made it for Sal on Saturday night and he spent the whole dinner moaning in delight.  There’s nothing better than making... Posted Dec 17 2007, 09:19 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: eating, food, diet, recipes, p90x

• Thoughts on the Holidays: Ten Tips for Success

  I hate all those holiday party survival guides that tell you to stick to the veggie tray, don’t you? It’s like, "No ***, Sherlock." Give me something more.  Give me something better.  I’m headed down to my Sicilian... Posted Dec 15 2007, 09:43 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, diet, tips, health

• Boogie Monsters: Taking the Fear out of Nighttime Munchies

  In 2000, Sal and I lived in a flat across the street from Ocean Beach in San Francisco.  It was the heyday, just before the crash really took hold (and tossed us out on our ear, mind you).  As I watched the Tour de France, I picked up my cell... Posted Dec 12 2007, 06:30 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, diet, tips, nutrition, dealing

• Willpower. It Only Works When Your Heart is Really In It.

  In order to preempt the inevitable post-cylcocross depression, I put together an extensive off-season fitness plan with clear, measurable goals, and clear steps. On Monday morning after the USGP I knew exactly what I needed to do, so I woke up and did... Posted Dec 10 2007, 01:11 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, diet, health, wellness

• Five Helpful Strategies for Portion Control (No Measuring Required)

  I’m never going to tell you that transforming your body is as simple as a calories-in-calories-out formula. To truly affect your body, you absolutely have to start with your head. You have to change the way you think about food and exercise. You’ve... Posted Nov 27 2007, 09:52 AM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, diet, tips

• Just in Time for the Holidays: A Free Cookbook Full of Healthy Desserts!

  Yep.  You read me right. John Berardi, the guy behind the Precision Nutrition plan that I like so much, has a free eBook available for download and it’s crammed full of desserts recipes that are so healthy it’s stupid. That makes Heidi... Posted Nov 25 2007, 11:26 PM by The Everyday Athlete Filed under: fitness, eating, food, diet, recipes, motivation, nutrition