Jonny Brownlee: what does he eat?
Jonny Brownlee shares what he eats when training and racing, as part of a study compiled by William Hill
Nutrition
Are raw vegetables always better for you than cooked ones?
Are raw vegetables healthier for us? Not always, says Kate Percy, as sometimes heat helps make it easier for our bodies to process the nutrients
How does alcohol affect your sleep?
Like a few beers or a couple of glasses of wine on an evening? While they might help you feel relaxed, they won’t help your body recover from the day, says James Witts. Here he explains how alcohol affects your sleep and recovery from training
The best foods and nutrients athletes should include in their diet
Include these foods and nutrients in your diet to improve your speed and endurance
Do bananas give athletes the same amount of energy as gels?
New study finds bananas offer similar, if not better, benefits as energy gels, says James Witts
Can supplements interact with prescription medication?
Science writer James Witts explains how some supplements can interfere with prescription medicines and why it’s always important to seek medical advice.
Artichoke Risotto
This delicious and healthy artichoke risotto will give you loads of energy to train for longer, says Kate Percy
What are the most important nutrients for keeping your immune system healthy?
Nutritionist Stephen Smith explains how the right nutrition can help keep our immune system healthy so they can fight infections efficiently and effectively
What are the most important nutrients endurance athletes need in their diet?
Nutritionist Stephen Smith explains the most important nutrients endurance athletes need to include in their diet for maximum performance
Vegan breakfast tacos recipe
If you’re a fan of eating breakfast after your early-morning training, why not try these tasty vegan spicy breakfast tacos? says Kate Percy
Vegan nut butter porridge recipe
Fuel your training sessions with a serving of delicious nut butter porridge, packed with the ideal ratio of carbs, protein, fats and nutrients
Vegan breakfast: Chai chia pudding recipe
This easy to make, vegan, chai chia pudding is delicious and highly nutritious to boot, rich in omega 3 and fibre, as well as protein, vitamins and minerals. Perfect for breakfast, you can prepare this dish the night before, and even pop it into a Tupperware to transport to work if you like.
Vegan pumpkin pancakes recipe
These nutritious vegan pumpkin pancakes make a perfect post-training brunch says Kate Percy
How to fuel the base phase
This article was produced when life was normal (remember the good-old days?!) but might be useful for athletes who are in their base stage of training, hoping that their race will still be going ahead, or those who have returned to a base training load while the world sorts itself out
Carrot rock cakes recipe
This tasty carrot rock cakes makes a great breakfast cake, and a fantastic start to the day, says Kate Percy…
Red velvet vegan chocolate brownies recipe
Love chocolate brownies? Then give these beetroot-based ones a go. The beetroot is blended with dates and cocoa to provide sweetness and a fondant, velvety consistency, with virtually no beetroot taste. What’s not to like?
Courgette and cinnamon muffins recipe
These nourishing and sustaining courgette cinnamon muffins go down a treat, especially at breakfast when they’re warm and slathered with butter and marmalade
Chocolate avocado cake recipe
Avocados transport the chocolate cake from a naughty treat to a good, very good and testy delight, which is full of nutrients
Four 20-minute healthy and tasty recipes
Four nutritious, ‘fast food’ alternatives that can be whipped up in less than 20mins and help satiate the munchies
Eating protein throughout the day reduces muscle loss in older people
Eating more protein at breakfast or lunchtime could help older people maintain muscle mass with advancing age, and reduce age-related muscle loss says new study
The vitamin B complex: Why are the B vitamins important to athletes, and should you supplement?
Sports nutritionist Stephen Smith explains all you need to know about the different B vitamins and when, or whether, athletes should supplement
Vitamin E: What is it and why is it important to athletes?
Vitamin E is important for your immune system and protecting you against free radicals released by exercise, says sports nutritionist Stephan Smith. Here he explains all you need to know about this important vitamin
Vitamin C: What it is and why it’s important to athletes
Vitamin C is well-known for its role in keeping your immune system healthy, but its importance doesn’t end there says sports nutritionist Stephen Smith. Here he explains all you need to know about this important vitamin
Vitamin D: why it’s important for athletes and when you should take it
Vitamin D has gained some popularity over recent years, and most athletes now include it in their daily vitamin routine. Sports nutritionist Stephan Smith explains all you need to know about this important vitamin
