Most runners understand that discipline and consistency in following a training plan will get you to the start line in the best possible shape. What if you applied the same rules to your nutrition? Every decision you make about what…
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Below are 6 tips for fuelling for a marathon – these are important considerations to ensure that you have the best possible race. 1 – Do I need to carb load? For a marathon distance race it is beneficial to “carb…
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Can your diet really help to reduce inflammation? Inflammation is a natural and necessary response to injury in order to heal. How do you reduce inflammation with foods ? When you run, you create micro-tears in your muscles. Then temporary…
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The next superfood has arrived …. Hemp seed benefits are many, they have an excellent nutritional profile, and are a sustainable and affordable source of protein. For a long time the value of hemp seeds as part of a healthy…
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One of the most common issues during endurance running is runners stomach or gastric upset – cramps, vomiting, diarrhea. There is no one cause of this, and it is often very individual, however there are a number of things you…
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There is a lot of information and talk about fat adapted athletes at the moment, is it for you? Firstly lets understand the two energy systems Anaerobic and Aerobic. Anaerobic (without Oxygen) is exercise at high to very high intensity…
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The human body can make most of the types of fats it needs from other fats or raw materials. However, that is not the case for omega 3 fatty acids – the body can’t make them from scratch, but must…
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Salt and Hydration for athletes The biggest concern for an endurance event is dehydration or hyponatremia. Dehydration by 2% can start to impact performance and Overhydrating by just 2% can cause hyponatremia. You need to avoid both. The best way…
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Gelatin is basically cooked collagen. It comes from the super-nutritious bones, hides and connective tissues of animals. It is an excellent source of protein as it contains 18 amino acids, including essential and non-essential amino acids like glycine and proline,…
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Ancient Grains There are many grains and seeds which fall into the category of ancient: amaranth, barley, buckwheat, freekeh, farro, kamut (i.e. khorasan wheat), millet, quinoa, sorghum, spelt, teff; and chia, flax, and sesame seeds. Why the relatively recent popularity/interest…
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