Ben Ogden knows how to find his peak form. This proud Vermonter has shown he’s on a mission already this winter with consistent, high-level results on the internationally acclaimed World Cup cross country ski circuit, and Ben has his eyes on an even greater peak that’s still yet to come! We were excited to pick
Off-Season Check-In from Ben Ogden Hey all, Ben Ogden checking in after finishing up a big mid-summer training block here in Vermont. Cross country skiers like myself have the challenge of being unable to do our sport for the vast majority of the off-season. That’s why summer becomes a time for variety and versatility in
Hydration: Answered While it may seem like an afterthought, staying properly hydrated during exercise can make all the difference between a productive workout and a potentially dangerous one. Whether you’re cycling the dirty muddy terrain of Kansas, summer training for the Birkie, or seeking an adventurous day outdoors with your friends and family, proper hydration
You’ve signed up for your race, you have your training plan scheduled out, you’ve ordered fuel to practice with… now what? Navigating when and how to fuel can feel like an immense undertaking when preparing for race day, but is critical when looking for that feel-good finish. So let’s keep it simple and lend you
By Emma Rothe – Director of Food Safety, Quality, & Innovation and endurance sport enthusiast! Getting Creative With Training After My 9-5 Training for any endurance activity is not easy, especially if you have a schedule that limits the amount of time you have to get out there. This winter I’ve learned that making time
It’s the time of year where we’re all searching for the perfect gifts for our friends, family, co-workers, and beyond. The beautiful thing about giving a gift is oftentimes it’s not about the dollars spent, but rather the thought that you put into them. And we know just how much extra time we all have
Happy holidays from Vermont! After a mild fall with lots of outdoor riding through Thanksgiving, just like clockwork on that fourth Thursday in November, it started snowing and has looked like a cold and festive New England winter ever since! Whether you live here, in another chilly climate, or maybe have warm weather year-round, the
It’s fitting that my first Birkie experience was on two fat tires rather than two skinny skis. I’d guess most people who line up amid the throngs of competitors for their first Birkie are taking part in the nordic ski race. The fat bike race is wildly popular by fat bike race standards, but is
photo credit: Marathon Foto As an elite marathon runner, I’ve experienced firsthand the highs and soul-crushing lows of long-distance running. One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced is figuring out how to fuel my body properly to avoid “bonking” – that dreaded moment when you feel like you’ve hit a wall and just can’t go
A pre-race update from UnTapped athlete Lila Gaudrault Why and how Lila started running longer distances and how she is training and fueling for the Vermont 100 in July. Check back in later this summer for a post-race update! In my first few years of running, most races followed a similar pattern. Whether I was
UnTapped athlete Laura King recently placed 5th at Gravel Locos in Hico, TX. Laura shares how she fueled her day, powering through the heat and humidity, to earn a spot on the podium! I’ve spent half of my career working in sports nutrition with a multitude of brands. I’ve taught clinics regarding implementation of different
Just in time for warmer days ahead, UnTapped all natural athletic fuel company releases two new varieties of their Mapleaid drink mix. Lime and Maple are the newest additions to their organic limited ingredient hydration line, with 80 calories and 250 mg of sodium per serving. Lime Mapleaid contains lime juice, maple syrup and sea