Are you making this common running mistake?

Happy Thursday friends! For any of my long time blog readers and any newbies that stumble upon this post, I work as both a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) AND a UESCA certified running coach. I practice as a RDN through my own private Amanda Wagner Nutrition PLLC and I work as a certified running coach … Continue reading Are you making this common running mistake?

Quick Vegan Pre-Run Snacks

As a veggie athlete, are you unsure of what to eat for energy before running or working out? ๐Ÿ™‹๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ Are you tempted to skip a snack because you donโ€™t want GI issues on your run?๐Ÿ˜“ Even though you know that the energy boost a snack provides will result in a better workout? Nothing is worse … Continue reading Quick Vegan Pre-Run Snacks

Kicking Off 2024 With An Exciting Announcement!

It's been tough to keep this announcement a secret and I'm so happy I can finally share! My email list and social media learned first, but it is so exciting that it deserves a permanent spot on my website as well. Anyway, let's get to it with the announcement! I am so excited to share … Continue reading Kicking Off 2024 With An Exciting Announcement!

Reflecting On One Year As A Registered Dietitian

I canโ€™t believe Iโ€™ve been a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for a year now (since December 28, 2022)! ๐Ÿคฏ And what a year itโ€™s been! ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จ It has been one of the most stressful, but also fulfilling years of my life. If you had asked me a year ago where I thought Iโ€™d be in December … Continue reading Reflecting On One Year As A Registered Dietitian

Veggie athletes, have you been feeling tired even when you are not working out?

I shared this earlier this week on my social media, but it was just too good (and important!) to not share here on my website as well! Fatigue can be caused by a variety of things, so this is not an exhaustive list! Always see a healthcare provider if you have been dealing with fatigue … Continue reading Veggie athletes, have you been feeling tired even when you are not working out?

Introducing Amanda Wagner Nutrition!

I have exciting news! And no, it's not that I cut my hair even shorter than it already was. Although that is also true (see above for a photo after my haircut last week).๐Ÿ˜‚ My news: Iโ€™m officially & FINALLY opening my private practice Amanda Wagner Nutrition! ๐Ÿฅณ This has been a dream of mine … Continue reading Introducing Amanda Wagner Nutrition!

I’m Finally a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist!

SURPRISE! I took & passed the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) exam on my 1st try on Wednesday December 28, 2022! ๐Ÿฅณ No one knew I was taking my exam today except my husband. ๐Ÿ˜‚ I was supposed to take tomorrow (Wednesday Jan.4, 2023), but I was so sick of working & studying (if you know, … Continue reading I’m Finally a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist!

Why The Name Change?

Hi everyone!  You may have noticed the new website name & social media handles a couple weeks ago! I promise I am still the same black bean queen! #teamblackbeans4life BUT it was time for a change. Especially since I will offically be a licensed and practicing Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) in less than a year! I … Continue reading Why The Name Change?

The Top 5 Reasons to Run Gazelle Girl in Grand Rapids, Michigan on 4/19/20

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post in partnership with Gazelle Sports in regards to the upcoming Gazelle Girl half marathon . All opinions expressed in this post are my own. I only work with brands and companies that I stand behind and trust, but I wanted to be 100% transparent about our partnership. Gazelle Girl … Continue reading The Top 5 Reasons to Run Gazelle Girl in Grand Rapids, Michigan on 4/19/20

Do yourself a favor & vow to not diet in 2020!

I originally shared this on Instagram onย January 1st, but I wanted to share here too in the hopes of reaching more people! ๐Ÿ™‚ Happy 2020! Cheers to a new year & a new decade!๐Ÿฅ‚ Do yourself a favor & vow to NOT diet in 2020. There are so many better health goals to make this … Continue reading Do yourself a favor & vow to not diet in 2020!