Nutrition

Beetroot juice benefits for running performance – Fact or fad?

We take a look at the research into the benefits of beetroot juice for athletic performance.

Anti-inflammatory drugs for muscle pain and injuries – Why you should think twice

Drawbacks of using anti-inflammatories for muscle pain, whether it’s for an injury or to deal with muscle soreness during or after sport.

How to use protein to boost running, training and recovery

With companies keen on selling you their protein powders and protein shakes, it is often difficult to know if nutrition advice on the...

What is the best way to replace fluids after exercise?

You may think that the answer to this question is rather obvious….drink lots of water. Well, it is and it isn’t. It is important to get...

Easy 3-step test to know whether you are drinking enough water

Most people, when asked how much fluid they should drink in a day, will say 6 to 8 glasses. This is also the message being shouted out in...

Sports and Vitamin D - Injury prevention and performance

Vitamin D has been shown to play an active role in bone health, immune function, protein synthesis, muscle function, inflammatory...

Why do older athletes lose muscle strength? - Strategies to help maintain muscle strength

What causes muscle loss as you age, and can anything be done about it?

Multi-day racing: To caffeine or not to caffeine?

Exciting new research has just been published on the effect caffeine can have on athletic performance over several days.