In this latest article, coach Philip explains why knowing your sodium loss from sweat is critical for endurance athletes. Read on to find out why sodium losses should be measured if you are doing a race that needs a nutrition strategy.
A strong foundation of a healthy diet is a great starting point, but when training, it is crucial to ensure that energy used is replaced in a form which is readily accessible. Coach Denise looks at how much fuel is needed, in what form, and some other reasons to train your fuelling strategy well before race day.
Read MoreWe have had our share of hot days during our summer of lockdown in 2020 and hopefully, we can return to racing in exotic climes of our choosing in the future. When training or racing in the heat how much attention have you paid to your hydration? In this article coach Jon takes a look at some key things you can do to stay hydrated when the temperature starts to rise.
Read MoreThere will have been hours in the pool, on the bike and in your running trainers leading up to this moment - race day. Getting nutrition right in races can be make or break; it needs to be planned and practiced. In this blog I discuss nutritional needs whilst racing, however there is no one set way to do this Everyone has their favourite tasting gel or energy drink, some people get hungry and want solid food others want to stick to liquids throughout. This blog is to help you work out your requirements and what works for you.
Read MoreAt a purely scientific level the electrolyte minerals, sodium and potassium, are involved in conducting electrical signals to/from muscles; calcium and magnesium are essential for the contraction and relaxation of the muscle fibres.
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