Why Nutrient Density is More Important than Caloric Content
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Why Nutrient Density is More Important than Caloric Content
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Race Day Nutrition

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GTN Presents: The Ideal Weight For Training and Racing
By Susan Legacki
In the latest episode of Global Triathlon Network’s “Triathlon Training Explained,” they tackle the complicated topic of...
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What Your Body Actually Needs During Different Types of Endurance Exercise
By Andy Blow
A high-level, no-nonsense view of what your body actually needs during various types of endurance exercise in order to meet...
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How to Avoid Muscle Cramping During Exercise
By Andy Blow
It is estimated that the vast majority of athletes have suffered from cramping at some point. Here are some theories on...
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Daily Nutrition

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3 Plant-Based Recipes to Freshen Up Your Spring Diet
By Carrie McCusker
Whether you want to go 100 percent plant-based, or just like to switch things up, these recipes will provide the delicious...
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Plant Protein vs. Whey Protein: Which Is Best for Endurance Athletes?
By James Eacott
Whey protein is a popular choice among endurance athletes for recovery and muscle building—but you might be surprised how...
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Can Intermittent Fasting (IF) Improve Your Performance?
By Zach Nehr
Simply limiting your calorie consumption to a specific window every day could give you performance and health benefits.
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Why Athletes Need Sodium
By Andy Blow
Sodium is essential for most bodily functions—but it’s especially important for athletes. Here’s why, and how...
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Which type of sports drink is right for you?
By Andy Blow
Is your sports drink isotonic, hypertonic, or hypotonic? Understanding when different concentrations work best will take...
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Everything You Need to Know About Sweat
By Andy Blow
We tend to underestimate the importance of our sweat, but understanding sodium loss is an essential part of training and...
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Why Nutrient Density is More Important than Caloric Content
By James Eacott
Lay off the calorie-counting and focus on nutrients instead. You’ll likely enjoy more satiety, less inflammation, and...
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4 New Natural Energy Gel Alternatives
By Carrie McCusker
Energy gels are ubiquitous in sports nutrition—but is there a better, more stomach-friendly way to get quick energy? Here...
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Why Athletes Need Sodium
By Andy Blow
Sodium is essential for most bodily functions—but it’s especially important for athletes. Here’s why, and how...
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Which type of sports drink is right for you?
By Andy Blow
Is your sports drink isotonic, hypertonic, or hypotonic? Understanding when different concentrations work best will take...
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#HYDRATION
Everything You Need to Know About Sweat
By Andy Blow
We tend to underestimate the importance of our sweat, but understanding sodium loss is an essential part of training and...
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How To Avoid a Pre-Workout Bonk
By Carrie McCusker
Studies show that up to 30% of athletes experience reactive hypoglycemia. Here’s what it is and how to prevent it...
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3 Plant-Based Recipes to Freshen Up Your Spring Diet
By Carrie McCusker
Whether you want to go 100 percent plant-based, or just like to switch things up, these recipes will provide the delicious...
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Plant Protein vs. Whey Protein: Which Is Best for Endurance Athletes?
By James Eacott
Whey protein is a popular choice among endurance athletes for recovery and muscle building—but you might be surprised how...
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Is Your Food Fueling You? The Macronutrient Balance
By Dr. Rick Kattouf
How to tweak your meals to make sure they’re fuelling you, not just feeding you.
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Returning To Sport After Energy Deficiency
By Nicola Keay
The athletic community is becoming more aware of the risks of energy deficiency in sports–but what happens once an athlete...
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Exercise-Associated Amenorrhea: See Your Doctor
By Carrie McCusker
Changes in hormone balance due to low calorie intake can wreak havoc on a female athlete’s health and performance....
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Is Your Metabolism as Efficient as it Could Be?
By Dina Griffin
Dietician Dina Griffin walks us through the basics of Metabolic Efficiency Training, which can help your body utilize its...