Can a world-class athlete get enough protein from a vegetarian diet to compete with their carnivorous counterparts in physical competition? Here is a list of athletes who have risen to the top without the help of meat.

Carbohydrates are an essential part of an endurance runner's diet, and should be the foundation of each meal. But not all carbohydrates are created equal, and as a runner, you need to get as much nutrition from each gram of carbohydrates as possible. This article is a breakdown of the most nutrient-packed, energy-sustaining foods to keep your body running at an optimal level.

Times have changed. In days of old, women were encouraged to not get out of bed during pregnancy. Now women are going straight to the delivery room from the finish line of a marathon. Is it safe to run while you're pregnant? Yes, but there are some guidelines you should follow.

We've always been told that stress is bad for your health, that it brings on heart problems, cancer and stomach ulcers. The findings revealed in this presentation by Kelly McGonigal is life altering and will give you a whole new view on stress.

Each year, new fitness studies emerge that challenge conventional thinking. You will be surprised that some of these may go against what you have been practicing for years.