During endurance training sessions and competitions, energy replacement and hydration depend not only on the amount of carbohydrates consumed, but also on the format in which they are ingested. Recent scientific evidence reinforces that adequate...

Performance in endurance training and races depends on the athlete’s ability to sustain energy, maintain hydration, and make appropriate decisions throughout the exercise. More than following generic rules, optimizing these factors requires planning, understanding the...

Choosing the best carbohydrate gel goes far beyond flavor or brand. The decision involves understanding the goal of the race or training session, the required carbohydrate intake per hour, gastrointestinal tolerance, the ingredients used, the...

What They Don’t Tell You About Cardiovascular Risk in Sports When a young athlete experiences sudden cardiac arrest during training or competition, the reaction is usually immediate: surprise, disbelief, and many questions. After all, we...

You have certainly heard about RED-S, or at least experienced some of its signs firsthand, such as excessive fatigue, decreased performance, or difficulty recovering. RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport) occurs when an athlete does...