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Sports nutrition, applied evidence and resources to help you decide what to take before, during and after training.
During a period of weight loss, it is very common to lose muscle mass as well as fat. Preserving muscle mass during a period of calorie restriction is essential to maintain people's functional capacity.
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What research says about cold-water immersion for short-term recovery, muscle soreness and performance, and its possible effects on long-term adapt...
Read moreAn Ironman causes sharp but usually transient changes in biomarkers of cardiac, muscular, liver and kidney stress, requiring adequate preparation a...
Read moreThe popularity of ultra-endurance triathlon races (3,8 km swimming, 180 km biking, and 42,2 km running) has increased since the first Ironman was h...
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How reducing training load and increasing carbohydrate intake before competition can replenish glycogen without a preceding depletion phase.
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Ironman races represent an extreme effort for triathletes. The physiological stress and energy demands depend on the athletes' level, varying drama...
Read moreEngaging in moderate physical exercise provides, in the long term, benefits for the immune system. That is, maintaining an active life will improve...
Read moreDuring the season it is necessary to evaluate our performance in order to determine if we are achieving the expected benefits from training. In add...
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A study of 900 former Finnish elite athletes and their brothers found longer life expectancy and healthier habits among the athletes.
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Energy intake, expenditure and hydration during Ironman events, highlighting the large energy deficit and fluid losses athletes may experience.
Read moreHow carbohydrate availability and intake before, during and after exercise affect glycogen, fatigue and performance, plus evidence on intake period...
Read moreThe competitions arrive and we all want to give our best. There are numerous supplements that promise to improve our performance.
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