How to pace your run like a pro for maximum performance
The complete guide to why pacing the run is important and how to find your perfect race pace…
The complete guide to why pacing the run is important and how to find your perfect race pace…
Sports scientist Andy Blow examines whether the hydration needs of endurance athletes change as they age, and whether these changes need factoring into their nutrition plan.
Finding the right fuel and hydration balance can be tricky, but here’s how to work out how much carbohydrate, fluid and sodium you need per hour for a long-course race
Ever suffered with cramp in your thighs during training and/or racing? Hydration expert Andy Blow has the solution…
Here are some key features to look out for when selecting your next pair of trail-running shoes
Coaches and training plans often refer to VO2 max tests, but what are they, and how can they be useful?
Sneezing after a pool swim can be a real nuisance, but it can be alleviated with these handy tips…
Andy Blow explains how much you should dial down your training during the winter, without losing your training ‘base’.
Worried your sweat smells of ammonia? Sports scientist Andy Blow discusses possible causes and solutions
Get a rash when you sweat when working out? Then you could have a sweat allergy, says sports scientist Andy Blow…
If you can’t get to the pool for whatever reason you can still work on your swim strength. Here to help you build crucial swim endurance is Andy Blow
One long run each week should be the cornerstone of your training, says Andy Blow. Here’s why…
Hill running is a very useful method of training to build strength, power and top-end aerobic conditioning, says Andy Blow. Here he explains why it’s not just skiers who should be hitting the slopes
Often feel sick after exercise? Sports scientist Andy Blow explains causes and prevention
Can increasing your lung power help improve your athletic performance? Andy Blow looks at the evidence
Wondering how much, and how often, you should pee during an Ironman? Hydration expert Andy Blow of Precision Hydration explains
Andy Blow from Precision Hydration explains how a woman’s hydration needs differ to that of a man’s
Hot weather can cause physiological challenges for athletes when training and racing. Sports scientist and Precision Hydration founder Andy Blow explains its impact
Sweat a lot when working out? It doesn’t mean you’re not fit says Andy Blow. Here he explains why fitter people can sweat more than the unfit…
Wondering whether checking the colour of your pee is an effective way of monitoring your hydration status? We take a look at the evidence
Understanding human biology and how it can affect our performance can only help us on our quest for sporting success. Here Andy Blow explains how and why we sweat, and why it’s so important to replace what we lose in sweat…
Sports scientist Andy Blow of Precision Hydration discusses how much dehydration athletes can cope with during a long-distance triathlon, without it having a detrimental effect on their tri performance
We all know training outside when it’s cold is tough, but have you ever thought how the freezing temperatures actually affects your body? Andy Blow explains 5 ways it can play havoc with your training
Know the difference between hypotonic, isotonic and hypertonic sport drinks and when you should take each? Andy Blow explains the benefits and drawbacks of these for triathletes and when is best to take them.