Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Kindling Protein Pretzels
I like pretzels as a snack. I generally skew salty and savory far more than sweet when I’m reaching for something between meals, so pretzels…
The Bottle That Launched a Thousand Sips: Hydro Flask
There are a few companies out there whose brand name has become the default descriptor for the product itself. Band-Aid, Kleenex, and Google,…
A One-Two Punch: First Impressions of NEVERSECOND Energy Gels
Everyone likely has a go-to fueling plan for long runs and races. Like most habits, it’s hard to break—especially when it comes to something…
Fuel for the Run AND the Rep: Trying Out Stacked Fitness Hydration
Anyone perusing an event website these days will inevitably come across a familiar line: “Aid stations will be stocked with water and…
Feeding Frenzy: Shark Bars Swim into My Snack Rotation
I’m pretty finicky when it comes to energy bars. I get tired of most of them pretty quickly — even ones I liked at first. Over time, I’ve…
Gnarly Launches Mint Mocha Whey Protein — With a Winter-Friendly Flavor and a Climate-Friendly Mission
Winter comes with its own collection of smells and tastes, but there’s something about the darker days that pushes a couple straight to the…
Raw and Ready: Raw Nutrition Chocolate Milkshake Protein Drink
As a runner, I like to finish my morning workouts with some protein a few times a week. For years, that’s meant powders — and while I’ve found…
Näak Nutrition — Built for Endurance, Backed by Sustainability
I’ve run three marathons — not exactly an eye-popping number by long-distance standards. But as I get older (and apparently lean into the…
Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Gigantic Candy
Halloween may have just wrapped up, but while the candy’s gone, that sweet tooth is still hanging around. I’m not one for punishing myself…
No Shame in This Game: Shameless Snacks for Sweet-Fueled Strides
In the world of distance running, fueling has always been a hot topic. For decades, runners have leaned on gels, chews, and specially designed…