Sara is a journalist and ACE Certified Personal Trainer based in New York City. She has worked on staff at Shape and Self and at publications in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and Rome. You can usually find her in the pool, trying out the latest trend in fitness, or plotting out her next adventure.
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Changing up your nutrition can make a huge difference in your performance, but if you decide to try out a new popular method, there are some things to consider first.
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As an athlete, chances are high that you'll need one at some point in your career. Be sure to ask these questions when before committing to a PT clinic.