Dietary basics
The cornerstone of any nutritional plan is a high-quality day-to-day diet. Given that even some elite athletes struggle with dietary basics, this is where you should start.
In this section, you’ll find scientifically-validated information on what constitutes an optimum diet and how to put together an eating plan that will keep you healthy, support your training and racing, and help aid recovery.
in Dietary basics, Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes
New research suggests that omega-3 oils are even more important for health and performance than previously believed, and that most athletes don’t get anywhere near enough! MORE
in Dietary basics, Hydration and fuelling on the move, Nutrition for endurance athletes
Consuming carbohydrate during longer training sessions or races is a proven way to enhance performance. But can you have too much of a good thing? MORE
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Should athletes rely on thirst to guide hydration needs or should they adopt a pre-programmed approach? SPB looks at new evidence MORE
in Dietary basics, Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Supplements
Citrulline and beetroot juice can both boost levels of exercise-enhancing nitric oxide in the body. But is a combination of these nutrients even better? MORE
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New research shows that a targeted restriction of carbohydrate intake after intense training can yield endurance performance dividends MORE
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SPB explores the link between the consumption of dairy produce, body composition, weight loss and health MORE
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SPB explains how creatine works in the body and how supplementation could affect the validity of routine blood testing MORE
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Vitamin D is a critical nutrient for health and immunity, and also seems to play a key role in muscle function and performance. SPB looks at some recent evidence MORE
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Can a keto diet help improve body composition and power-to-weight ratio? SPB looks at new evidence from soccer players MORE
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What role if any should sports supplements play in athlete nutrition program? The answer lies in understanding you hierarchy of needs… MORE