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Sports Nutrition

If you're training for an endurance sporting event - like a triathlon or ultramarathon - your body will appreciate these helpful nutrition tips for athletes.

Making Sense Of The Nutrition Maze For Ultra Runners – Part 2: The Low Carb High Fat Diet

The low carb high fat diet (or ketogenic diet) is growing in popularity in the ultra-running community. Here’s what you need to know before you get started.

Making Sense Of The Nutrition Maze For Ultra Runners – Part 1: The Fruitarian Diet Plan

The fruitarian diet plan is usually a natural progression — from omnivore to vegetarian, vegan, raw foods, and finally fruitarian.

Simple Tips For Becoming A Vegan Athlete + 7 Great Protein Sources For Vegan Athletes

Yes you can be an endurance athlete AND be vegan! Here are 7 simple ways for vegan athletes to get protein and other important nutrients in your diet.

4 Sports Nutrition Myths For Endurance Athletes

It’s not uncommon for a triathlete to drag a nutrition myth or two into the sport. Some of these myths could easily prevent a triathlete from performing optimally. Here are 4 nutrition myths that triathletes may be in danger of believing.

Alternative Nutrition Options: Sports Drinks, Bars & Gels Without High Fructose Corn Syrup In Them

When it comes to sports drinks, bars and gels, it’s in your best interest to avoid products with high fructose corn syrup in them. Here’s why… plus some alternatives to consider.

Staying Hydrated: Dehydration, Overhydration & Body Weight Loss

Water is the number one concern on any athlete’s intake list. This is especially true for triathletes. You must stay hydrated for optimal performance as an endurance athlete. As you swim, bike, and run long distances, you sweat — which means you lose body weight since water comprises the highest percentage of your weight.

Re-Fueling Strategies For Triathletes: Sports Energy Drinks, Bars, Gels, Pills & Mixes

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could know exactly how to re-fuel during endurance training and competition to ensure your body had everything it needs to perform at its best? The good news is that you CAN know. Here’s everything you need to know about triathlete refueling strategies.

What Every Triathlete Needs To Know About Carbohydrates

It would be wise for every triathlete to learn more about the 4 key nutrients of triathlon nutrition. Let’s start by focusing on carbohydrates. Here’s how they work in your body when you’re competing. See which foods are highest in carb content.

How Lance Armstrong Turned Endurance Training Into A Science

See how Lance Armstrong turned endurance sport training into a discipline of applied science, with emphasis on the aspects of Psychology and Nutrition.

Should Triathletes Eat Organic Foods?

Organic food is more expensive than conventional food. So the real question is: Does the additional cost of organic food justify going organic for a triathlete? I think most triathletes would agree that the fewer additives and chemicals they put into their body the better. Here’s more…

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