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Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.

CrossFit Open Tips From WAG Nutrition Coaches

The CrossFit Open is an exciting time whether you’re new to the game or have been at it for a while. At WAG Nutrition, we’ve coached hundreds of clients through one of the most popular CrossFit community events so naturally, we have some advice to give.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Feb 14, 2022

1 min read

How to Enjoy "The Process" with your Nutrition

Whether it is getting healthier, losing weight, making weight for a competition, getting stronger, optimizing performance, or improving gut health (just to name a few goals we see here at WAG), learning to love “The Process” is one of the things that will help you get there.

Anna Winton

Anna Winton

Feb 2, 2022

1 min read

Should I Bulk, Cut, Reverse or Maintain?

If you’ve ever wondered something like… “Should I bulk, cut or maintain my weight?” “What is bulking, anyway?”  “How can I reverse diet without gaining weight?” “How does weight maintenance work?” Or, “How do I cut weight and still feel my best?” ...this article is for you.

Anna Winton

Anna Winton

Jan 18, 2022

1 min read

What Should I Eat to Support My Immune System?

The question, “What should I eat to support my immune system?” can be answered with one big word that describes a very small dietary element: micronutrients. Micronutrients play an important role in supporting your immune system. And hey, if a healthier immune system means not missing out on time in the gym or with family and friends and spending less time in the medicine aisle of the grocery store, it’s worth prioritizing, right?

Katherine Hyatt Hawkins

Katherine Hyatt Hawkins

Dec 9, 2021

1 min read

Healthy Thanksgiving Tips: 3 Nutrition Mistakes To Avoid

We know that you want to go into and come out of your Thanksgiving dinner feeling successful and proud of your decisions while still enjoying the foods and people you love. So, we’re sharing three common Thanksgiving nutrition mistakes we see so you can see them coming and head into your celebration with a plan.

Emily Camacho

Emily Camacho

Nov 24, 2021

1 min read

How to Beat Cheat Day Mentality

“Cheat day” is a buzz phrase that has been floating around the diet and nutrition space for years. Today, we’re chatting about how to beat the cheat day mentality so you can build trust with yourself and your relationship with the foods you choose to enjoy.

Andi Petty

Andi Petty

Sep 17, 2021

1 min read

The New Nutrition Pyramid

This article dives into a spin on the traditional nutrition pyramid and explains, in detail, the building-block steps and principles we rely on to help our clients find a nutrition approach that works for them. In addition to describing each of the levels of the nutrition pyramid, we’ll emphasize the importance of starting at the bottom; and why building a solid base and foundation is essential for your long-term success, growth, and sustainability.

Emily Camacho

Emily Camacho

Jul 14, 2021

1 min read