No matter how hard you train, illness or injury can scupper the best-laid plans. In this section, you’ll find information on how to keep well and stay injury-free, even when the pressure is on!
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Supplements
Andrew Hamilton looks at some intriguing new evidence that better gut health via probiotic use can improve your iron status - a vital nutrient for endurance performance MORE
in Base endurance training, Endurance health and lifestyle, Environmental training
Andrew Hamilton looks at the science of open-water swimming, and explains how swimmers of all backgrounds could benefit –especially now that most swimming pools are closed due to the current lockdown restrictions MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Immunity, Supplements
Can the use of key vitamins and minerals provide antiviral support against respiratory viruses such as COVID-19? Andrew Hamilton looks at what the science says, and provides a number of recommendations for athletes (and anyone else) seeking to stay well in these uncertain times MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle
In part 2 of this article, we looked at ways of minimising the chance of becoming infected by using physical barriers. In this part, we look at scientifically proven disinfectant and cleaning procedures to help keep you and your family safe MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Immunity
In part 1 of this article, we looked at the biology and epidemiology of novel coronavirus, and explained why its virulence presents such a challenge for all of us. In part 2 we look ways of minimising the chance of becoming infected by using physical barriers MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Immunity
Coronavirus is spreading to every corner of the globe, and is almost certainly going to have a huge impact on the way we live our lives, including the way we participate in sport, exercise and leisure. In the first part of a three-part article, we take an in-depth look at the characteristics of coronavirus and the challenges it poses to all of us MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes
Menstrual dysfunction among female athletes in hard training is surprisingly common, but undesirable for long-term health. Andrew Hamilton explains why and looks at research, which points to a possible a way forward... MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Overuse injuries
In part one of this article, we explored the benefits – or otherwise – for athletes of manipulating dietary protein, fat and carbohydrate intake to accelerate recovery from injury. In part two, we investigate the potential benefits of vitamins, mineral and other micronutrients; can they help speed injury healing, and which nutrients are most effective? MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Overuse injuries, Recovery nutrition
Can post-injury nutrition affect your healing and recovery outcomes for the better? In this two-part article, Andrew Hamilton looks at what the research has to say, starting off with the macronutrients protein, fats and carbohydrate MORE
in Endurance injuries and health, Endurance training, Nutrition for endurance athletes
As we prepare to welcome in 2020 and a new decade, Peak Performance looks back at some of the most significant sports-science highlights from the past ten years. What did we learn, and how has this shaped the recommendations for best-practice training, recovery, health and nutrition? MORE
The latest triathlon research and best practice findings, covering improving technique, strength and conditioning, and endurance nutrition
The latest findings from running science with practical advice showing you how you can run further and faster whilst staying in peak health
