What and when to eat before an Ironman
Got an early Ironman race-day start and wondering whether you really need to eat 2-3 hours before? Mark Kleanthous and Emma-Kate Lidbury have some advice
Nutrition
Triathlon nutrition: how to get fuelling right
Renee McGregor explains how to get your triathlon fuelling right, whatever your ability
Ironman nutrition: what to carry on the bike
Wondering how much fuel to carry on the bike and whether to have all your nutritional needs packed up, or rely on some stops at aid stations? Simon Ward offers some advice…
Energy gels versus energy bars
We explain how each is digested, how quickly you feel the affects, and the benefits of each
Are energy gels with caffeine worth it?
James Witts examines whether energy gels containing caffeine are worth the extra outlay and the benefits you can expect
How to beat the afternoon slump at work
Exercise before work and then struggle with a post exercise lull in the afternoon, when you are meant to be working…? Here are some tips from Andrew Hamilton on beating the afternoon slump….
Increasing mitochondria improves performance
How and why increasing your mitochondria levels could be the key to improving your triathlon performance
Carb-free diet: good or bad for athletes?
High fat and protein diets are on the increase among endurance athletes, but at what cost to performance? Renee McGregor investigates…
Hydration: 5 mistakes triathletes make and how to avoid them
Hydration should be easy, right? You get thirsty, you drink something. But if it’s really that simple, why do so many athletes come unstuck with hydration-related issues during races and training? Andy Blow explains the common mistakes and how to fix them
Triathlon diet: sugar intake
Dietician and sports nutritionist Renee McGregor discusses the right amount of sugar for a triathlete in training
Hyponatremia: causes and symptoms of low sodium levels
Research has found that hyponatremia and low sodium levels are more common among triathletes than first thought. Here we explain how it’s caused and how to avoid it by keeping your sodium levels at recommended levels
How to plan your hydration
Hydration is key to both recovery and race performance, says Nigel Mitchell. Here’s his failsafe hydration facts to counteract the effects of sweat loss…
Racing weight: 4 tips for combining lean with power
The race season is upon us, so how do we adopt our perfect racing weight? Here’s multisport author Matt Fitzgerald’s essential guide to getting lean for peak performance, while increasing your power…
12 sports nutritional tips for the perfect triathlete diet
Follow this nutritional advice from Kevin Currell, head of performance nutrition at the English Institute of Sport and former British Triathlon’s lead nutritionist, working with the Brownlees, for a fitter, happier, enhanced performance.
Does coffee dehydrate you?
Coffee and caffeine have been well documented for its performance enhancing abilities, but does it also make you dehydrated? Andy Blow discusses…
Hyponatremia: What it is and how you can avoid it
Hyponatremia means low blood sodium levels and is potentially very serious. Andy Blow discusses causes, symptoms and how triathletes can avoid it
How to prioritise your nutrition to your triathlon training
Matching your nutritional intake to the training you’re doing (nutritional periodisation) can really help you get the best out of your sessions, says Nigel Mitchell
Dehydration and sodium: why replacing salt is crucial
Most triathletes understand that replacing the sodium lost when they sweat is important for maintaining performance, but they don’t really know why.
The vegetarian triathlete: what to eat if you are meat-free
Whether you’re thinking about going vegan/vegetarian or are already, Nigel Mitchell explains how to get the most from your meat-free diet…
Good carbohydrate nutrition: keep your intake in control
Want to keep your carb intake under control without feeling depleted of energy? Andrew Hamilton advises…
Healthy eating: sports supplements vs nutritious food
What’s better when training and racing – ‘real’ nutritious food or sports supplements? Top nutritionist Nigel Mitchell explains how to choose the best products to support your training
Sweat testing for athletes: is it worth it?
Understanding your sweat content helps you tailor your rehydration needs effectively on race-day
Nutritional supplements lowdown: when and what to take
It can be tempting to knock back a daily cocktail of supplements, but which ones do you actually need? Nigel Mitchell explains all
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