Snacks

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Intermediary snacks, such as morning and afternoon snacks, play a key role for those looking to optimize their nutrition and achieve various goals, such as improving performance, gaining muscle mass, or losing weight. These moments...

The Z2 carbohydrate blend

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The traditional Z2 blend consists of three main sources of carbohydrates (maltodextrin, fructose, and palatinose) to provide quick and sustained energy. Maltodextrin, widely used in sports products, is a complex carbohydrate produced from starch and...

Nutrient Adequacy in Endurance Athletes

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Nutrient Adequacy in Endurance Athletes Whether it's running marathons, swimming, cycling, or any other endurance sport, optimal performance requires more than just training and discipline. One of the fundamental pillars that is often overlooked is...

Carbo loading 101

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Carbo-loading is one of the most common nutritional tools, often used by athletes to improve performance. It involves adjusting your diet and physical activity levels to increase the amount of carbohydrates stored in your body...

Impact of Sleep on Performance

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Sleep is one of the fundamental pillars of health and athletic performance, especially for endurance athletes, such as marathon runners, cyclists, and triathletes. However, the importance of sleep is often underestimated in comparison to physical...