Nutritional strategy during training and racing involves important differences that go far beyond the amount of carbohydrates consumed. Although both moments are part of sports preparation, the physiological and practical goals of each are completely...
The marathon taper phase is one of the most important moments in race preparation. Even after months of well executed training, mistakes in nutrition during this final stage can compromise energy levels, muscle recovery, and...
Introduction Creatine is one of the most researched supplements in sports nutrition, but it is still often associated only with bodybuilding and strength sports. However, runners may also benefit from supplementation, especially during periods of...
Many runners are able to maintain good performance until 25 or 30 km but experience a significant pace drop during the final part of the marathon. This loss of performance, commonly known as “hitting the...
What really matters in a 70.3 nutrition strategy? A nutrition strategy for a 70.3 usually includes: • 60 to 90 g of carbohydrates per hour• structured hydration• sodium replacement• strategic caffeine intake The goal is...
HYROX has gone from being just another fitness trend to becoming one of the fastest growing sports in the world. By combining running with high intensity functional exercises, the sport has attracted everyone from elite...
