Train for Trails
August 22, 2024
In this video, Naomi Albertson and April Rosas-Willett dive into the essentials of exercise physiology, discussing how to balance exercise load and capacity to prevent injuries. They explain how training errors, poor sleep, and dehydration can lower your body’s capacity, leading to injuries when the load becomes too high. Learn strategies to improve your capacity through proper sleep, nutrition, and hydration. They also cover how to manage resistance training fatigue, what to do if you get injured, and when surgery might be necessary. Gain insights to better understand your body and ensure long-term success in your fitness journey.
Infant Nutrition
February 13, 2024
In this video, Lisa Fligor, a dietitian at Tahoe Forest Health System, shares valuable insights on infant nutrition and starting solids. She discusses the latest recommendations, emphasizing the importance of waiting until your baby is around six months old—when they can sit up and hold their head without support—before introducing solids. Lisa offers practical tips, like starting solids when your baby isn’t hungry or tired and letting your baby take the lead to become a confident eater. She suggests beginning with nutritious purees and soft handheld foods like avocado, bananas, roasted sweet potatoes, and whole grain cereal. Lisa also covers important topics such as allergies, choking hazards, and continuing breastmilk or formula beyond 12 months. This video is a helpful guide for new parents navigating the exciting journey of starting solids with their baby.
