Kids Nutrition & Hydration during Training
Nutrition for children and adolescent athletes are very different to those of adults. There are limited studies and information on this topic largely due to...
Carbohydrate Loading?
Carbo-loading? YES, OR NO? Carbo-loading has been the discussion of many athletes. Some of them swear by it and others say it doesn't work. But...
Nutrition To Prevent Overtraining
Part 2 From elite to recreational athletes everyone wants to do and feel their best during training and competing. Most athletes spend a lot of...
Should Cyclists Fuel During 1-hour Workouts?
By Jim Rutberg,Lots of cyclists rely on shorter rides, often indoors, throughout the year. During the fall and winter, this reliance on shorter indoor workouts increases...
How To Increase VO2max As A Cyclist
Maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) is the highest rate at which oxygen can be taken up, delivered to and utilised by the muscles during intensive exercise. ...
Performance manager charts, training loads, stress, form……
Part 1 of many….. Training platforms have a way to objectively define training load, or training stress, generally indicated by TSS (Training Stress score). As...
Nutrition To Prevent Overtraining
Part 1 Inappropriate nutrition can accelerate development of overtraining. Inadequate nutrition includes low energy intake, low carbohydrate intake and generally a low-quality diet. All of...
The Protein Content in Mushrooms
If you're vegan, vegetarian or just prefer a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, you're likely relying on plants to help meet your protein needs. Mushrooms...
5 Hydration Tips for Athletes
Hydration is an essential aspect of an athlete’s sports nutrition plan. #1 Know the Signs of Dehydration The first hydration tip is for athletes to...
The Pros and Cons of Creatine Monohydrate for Endurance Athletes
BY Scott Tindal Creatine supplementation has gained considerable attention in the endurance world. Will it make you faster? Will it slow you down? Here's everything you...