I believe that nutrition is an important and often under-emphasised aspect of strength training. Fortunately I know an athlete who has been not only extremely successful as a powerlifter, but also as a bodybuilder. He has managed to consistently perform well in strength sports, while staying in good shape. Nutrition not only keeps you lean, […]
Many fitness-conscious people have been lead to believe that lactic acid is a vile waste product that should be avoided at all costs. However, the complete opposite is true. Lactic acid is a very valuable fuel source for athletes that undertake intense exercise. Lactic acid is simply a glucose molecule split in two via anaerobic […]
If you haven’t already heard, fructose is catching a bad rap. Yes, the naturally occurring form of sugar found in fruits. It has been implicated in wrong doings such as: elevated cholesterol, weight gain, rising blood sugar and blood pressure, fatigue and inflammation. You name it; fructose has been accused of it. Each media headline […]
by Dr. Paul Cribb PhD. CSCS. CISSN. FATES. Nine times out of ten, whenever someone finds out that I deal with nutrition the next thing out of their mouth is: “How much protein is too much?” or “What happens if I eat too much protein?” How come no one ever asks: “How much carbohydrate is […]
Introduction Athletes are more professional and are training harder then ever before as they attempt to reach their optimal potential. With this, injuries have become more apparent, and consequently there is now a much higher emphasis on the monitoring of an athlete’s training load and recovery methods. We not only want to prevent our athletes […]
These tuna cakes are FDN – fast, delishous and nutritous! They can be eaten hot or cold, served with salad or vegetables. Make up a large batch of these tuna cakes and store them in the freezer. They come in real handy when you want a FDN meal! Add your favourite high-energy carbs and consume […]
Quinoa as a ‘premium grain’. This premium grain is high in fiber, vitamins, minerals and protein. It contains an array of phytochemicals which help to maintain a healthy GI tract, regulate blood sugar and control appetite. Pistachio nuts are also a good source of vitamin E which boosts the immune system and alleviates fatigue. In […]