Based on a study with marathon runners published in Sports Medicine Open, which evaluated real intake of carbohydrates, sodium, fluids, and caffeine before and during the race and its relationship with performance. Carbohydrates at 60...
The use of carbohydrate gels is one of the most common strategies to sustain performance in endurance sports. Even so, many athletes report a drop in performance during training sessions and competitions even when using...
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...
