Research Update: Does Drinking Water During Long Exercise Actually Help?
Does drinking during long endurance sessions improve performance? This study looked at endurance performance with and without drinking.
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Research Update: 80% of Recreational CrossFit-Style Athletes Were Under-Fuelled
Are you eating enough? This study found that functional athletes might be under-fuelled. But what does it mean for their performance?
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Research Update: Extra Protein Could Add 7 kg to Your Squat
Protein supports recovery, but this study suggests that supplementing protein could add strength. Here's what the results actually mean for your training.
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The Importance of Strength Training for All Athlete Types
Learn how strength training benefits all athlete types and the best supplements for supporting your strength training to ensure you see the maximum benefit.
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How to Fuel Mid-Race for Endurance Athletes
Gain essential insights on strategic mid-race fueling and hydration to boost your endurance performance and secure a strong finish in your next race.
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Your Protein Quality Matters, Creatine for Endurance, and the Effectiveness of Foam Rolling on Performance
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports nutrition: Your protein quality matters, creatine for endurance, and the effectiveness of foam rolling on ...
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What You Need to Know About Training in Hot Climates
Learn practical strategies and supplements to maintain peak performance and stay safe while training in hot climates.
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Probiotics for Runners, Creatine for Long COVID, and the Small Difference Between Men and Women at Ultra Distances
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports nutrition: Probiotics for runners, creatine for long COVID, and the differences between men and women at u...
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How Caffeine Improves Your Athletic Performance
Caffeine's effects on the body, its benefits for athletes, optimal dosing strategies, potential drawbacks, and supplements to combine with it.
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BCAAs Reduce Muscle Damage, How Caffeine Affects Strength and Endurance, and Does Sodium Bicarbonate?
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports nutrition: BCAAs reduce muscle damage, how caffeine affects strength and endurance, and is the placebo eff...
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How Beetroot Juice Improves Your Athletic Performance
Beet juice is gaining traction among athletes as an effective ergogenic aid for supporting and improving athletic performance. But does it really work? Short answer: Yes!
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The Ride: A Love Letter to Cycling in Vancouver
We teamed up with four talented cyclists to share the experience of riding Vancouver’s most iconic routes.
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Combining Creatine and Caffeine, Creatine’s Effect on Muscle Recovery and How Alcohol Use Impacts Exercise
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: combining creatine and caffeine, creatine’s effect on muscle recovery and how alcoh...
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Understanding VO2 Max: How to Improve Your Aerobic Performance for Endurance Sports
Have you ever wondered what sets endurance athletes apart from the rest? Well, the answer partially lies in a crucial metric known as VO2 max. With the rise of wearable technolo...
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Beet Juice Aids Post-Race Recovery, Caffeine Improves Endurance Cycling Performance and Cheese Supplementation Does What?
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: beet juice aids post-race recovery, caffeine improves endurance cycling performance...
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