in Nutrition for endurance athletes, Other, Recovery nutrition
Consuming protein after hard training is known to boost muscle recovery and muscle tissue growth. But does that translate into better performance during subsequent training or racing? Andrew Hamilton looks at new research and comes up with the answer... MORE
in Nutrition for endurance athletes, Recovery nutrition, Supplements
Andrew Hamilton looks at recent research on the performance benefits of pre-exercise amino-acid supplementation MORE
in Email Newsletters, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Recovery nutrition, Recovery strategies, Supplements
Andrew Hamilton presents some of the latest findings from the world of sport performance science MORE
in Email Newsletters, Recovery nutrition, Recovery strategies
Andrew Hamilton presents some of the latest findings from the world of sport performance science MORE
in Endurance health and lifestyle, Muscles and tendons, Nutrition for endurance athletes, Overuse injuries, Recovery nutrition, Supplements
Older athletes are likely to recover more slowly and suffer more inflammation-related aches and pains. With that in mind, Andrew Hamilton looks at exciting new research on natural plant extracts that can combat inflammation, accelerate recovery and reduce stiffness MORE
in Nutrition for endurance athletes, Recovery nutrition, Recovery strategies, Supplements, Weight management
The importance of post-exercise recovery cannot be overstated. If you can recover faster, you can train harder again sooner. And over time, this means getting bigger fitness gains, and with less chance of illness or injury. In recent years, sports nutritionists have come to understand that as well as carbohydrate and fluid, post-exercise protein is... MORE
in Nutrition for endurance athletes, Recovery nutrition, Supplements
Unlike many sports supplements on the market, caffeine has been rigorously tested and proven to improve endurance performance – especially during longer events. By stimulating the central nervous system, caffeine can fight fatigue, which helps maintain performance during the later stages of exercise. In recent years, caffeine has been further investigated, and studies suggest that... MORE
In 1996, Fatboy Slim released his debut album, ‘Better Living Through Chemistry’. It’s certainly true that modern Chemistry has given as a wonderful array of new materials and compounds, which have profoundly benefited lives all around the globe. Moreover, advances in our understanding of food chemistry and technology means that today’s athletes now have access... MORE
What are the effects on recovery of consuming alcohol in the period following training – for example during a post-event celebration? MORE
in High intensity training, Recovery nutrition, Recovery strategies, Strength, conditioning and flexibility
Nick Tiller presents six evidence-driven but seldom practised methods by which athletes can promote the anabolic process to maximise training adaptation, promote recovery and improve athletic performance. Anabolism is considered to be any state in which nitrogen is retained in lean body mass, and can occur via the stimulation of protein synthesis in the muscle... 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
