Can protein make you poo?
Evidence suggests protein can make you poo… and also not poo! So what’s going on with this all-important macronutrient? James Witts has the answers to ensure a smooth ‘transition’…
Nutrition
Is creatine good for runners?
What is creatine exactly, how does benefit performance and can you get it through diet alone? Here’s everything you need to know about this important organic compound…
Is porridge good for you?
Porridge has long been considered one of the best breakfast options thanks to its many health benefits. But why? We investigate…
What are the benefits of taking pre-workout?
Pre-workout supplements aren’t just for gym users – endurance athletes can enjoy more powerful sessions, too…
How long does protein last in your system and in your cupboard?
Does protein expire, and how long does it stay in your system? Here, nutrition specialist and SCI-MX’s New Product Development Manager Matthew Durkin answers these key questions…
Spinach crepes
Vibrantly green yet utterly delicious, these spinach pancakes are ideal as a post-workout supper. Plus, they pack in your 5-a-day!
Beetroot hummus with homemade tortilla chips
Make your healthy hummus even more nutritious by adding performance-boosting beetroot
Lemony tortellini soup
This lemony tortellini soup is light on the stomach, very tasty, and is a great weekday training meal to keep your glycogen levels topped up and your muscles healthy…
Smoky butterbean stew with feta
Ditch the detox and focus on getting some macro and micronutrients back in your body to start 2024 on the right path! Here’s a delicious veggie stew to boost your intake of fibre, protein, and minerals such as iron, zinc and potassium…
Golden turmeric and cauliflower rice
This ideal weekday training supper recipe is packed with a gut-happy balance of carbohydrate, protein, healthy fats, vitamins, potassium and fibre
Turmeric and cinnamon hot chocolate
Cosy up on the sofa after a long ride with this delicious hot chocolate recipe with turmeric
Grilled cheese with turmeric kraut
Try this toasted sandwich like no other! Oozing cheese and turmeric kraut – trust us!
Cod, turmeric, ginger and coconut curry
This delicious cod curry is packed with turmeric, an extraordinary, health-benefiting golden spice
Vermicelli salmon salad
Wow your work colleagues with this eye-, mouth- and gut-pleasing sesame salmon and noodle salad
Leftovers ‘super’ sandwich
A brilliant way to use up your Sunday lunch leftovers, and made even more nutritious by adding extra veg and hummus
Sweetcorn soup with chicken and mushrooms
Whip up this delicious, warming sweetcorn soup recipe for a high-fibre, lunchtime meal
Mixed bean quesadillas
It’s time to revitalise your lunch break so here’s a cheesy bean quesadillas recipe to keep you fully charged for the afternoon and any pre-dinner sessions in your schedule
What to eat during a duathlon
Nutritionist Jo Scott-Dalgleish explains how to fuel a standard-distance duathlon so you can start the second run strong
Does an endurance athlete’s hydration needs change as they age?
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.
Tomatoes, avocado and garlic on toast
Packed with microbiome-pleasing ingredients, this delicious recipe is also great as a post-ride brunch
Puy lentil, sprout and squash salad
Whip up this wintry salad in advance as either an energy-packed lunch or side dish…
Pork belly pho recipe
A delicious combo of textures, and an excellent source of protein, this pho has an array of vitamins and minerals as well as prebiotic fibre to help optimise your gut flora
Gut-friendly granola recipe
Getting the right balance of gut flora doesn’t just improve digestion but also immune response and athletic performance. Cue this gut-friendly granola recipe…
Almond and apricot rice balls
These apricot and almond rice balls are rich in carbs and healthy fats, and provide fantastic energy to prevent you bonking on long rides
