Energy drinks

Energy Drinks: Enough Sugar to Fill a Ski Boot

Winter in the Bow Valley is a time when the term “butterlicious powder” earns approving looks and complaints about having to delayer to go to the bathroom receive sympathetic nods. Residents take advantage of the cold months with marathon cross-country ski trips, epic backcountry board sessions and formidable alpine ascents. All that hardcore winter-loving can really crush a person’s body. It’s hard to…

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Super Recovery Smoothie

We love to push our bodies hard, but are we taking the right steps in recovering after exercise? Nutritionist Samantha Peris takes us through the steps to making sure we’re adequately recovering (and offers a great recipe, too!).  She introduces some funky ingredients, but explains each of their benefits. It might be worth a trip to the health food store…

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Upping Your “A” Game with the “S” Word

Can’t resist the temptation to shave a few minutes off a hike or catch the runner in front of you? This one is for you. Sponsored by: If you’re eager to beat your buddy the next time you push your bikes up Pigeon Mountain, the extra oomph you’ll need might come from the old “S” word: supplements. Nutritional supplements can…

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