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Optimising Recovery for Triathletes
Effective endurance training hinges on balancing stress with proper recovery to avoid fatigue and optimise performance.
Is Carbo-Loading As Straightforward As We Think?
Master glycogen replenishment without excess carbs, balancing fat utilisation and performance for optimal endurance results.
Carbohydrates During Exercise and Athlete Durability
Ingesting 60g/hour of carbohydrates helps preserve threshold power and performance in endurance athletes during prolonged exercise.
The Durability Factor: Why Staying Strong Under Fatigue Matters
Durability under prolonged exercise is key for performance and shapes how we plan and monitor endurance training.
What Causes Muscle Cramping in Endurance Athletes?
Exercise-induced muscle cramps may stem more from muscle fatigue than dehydration, suggesting that proper pacing and preparation are key strategies for prevention.
The More Carbs the Better? Where's the Evidence?
While consuming carbohydrates during endurance exercise improves performance, higher doses do not consistently lead to better results.
Right fuel, Right Time, Wrong Protocol? Lessons From a Recent Study
A study assessing periodised carbohydrate intake in cyclists questions its impact on training, highlighting the need for larger, tailored trials.
The Growing Evidence Behind Exogenous Ketones in Performance & Health
Emerging research reveals exogenous ketones may boost training outcomes and offer health benefits, but their efficacy varies across supplements.
Making Sense of Incremental Exercise Test Fat Oxidation Data
New research clarifies how athletes burn fat, impacting endurance training and diet strategies.
Unpacking Within-Session Intensity Regulation: Defining the Concept
Defining 'Within-Session Intensity Regulation' - Triangulating inputs like power, HR, and RPE is key to regulating intensity during prolonged, low-stress training sessions as thresholds change.