Hydration: Are you getting it right?
20th December 2016
A new study finds many sportsmen and women rehydrating during exercise with tea, coffee... and alcohol
What to eat
Should you really be using energy gels?
7th December 2016
We separate the fact and the fiction on using energy gels
Eight tips for using energy gels
7th October 2016
Get the balance incorrect and energy gels can cause more bad than good. And when things go wrong, they can go really wrong...
Hero to Zero Carbohydrate drinks
21st September 2016
In recent years, ‘zero-carbohydrate’ drinks have been steadily gaining in popularity. But considerable care is needed to avoid the potential pitfalls they can bring
Probiotic drinks: Cure all or con?
22nd August 2016
Around the globe over £20 billion is spent on probiotics annually. But how effective are they for otherwise healthy people and are they useful for sporting performance?
The diet of an Olympic athlete
15th August 2016
We take a closer look at the diets of some of the world’s top Olympic athletes
Protein bars: Which to choose?
8th July 2016
Protein bars are a quick and simple way to get energy and refuel on the go. We look at three types available on the market
Blackcurrant endurance power
16th June 2016
LOOKING TO GET an edge from your fitness and outdoor activities? New Zealand scientists have discovered that blackcurrants may enhance the benefits of exercise and boost recovery. Scientists are discovering previously unknown benefits of blackcurrants that could be potential game-changers…
