Tired of that sickly sweet taste that builds up after drinking many sports drinks? You’re not alone! Sometimes you just need other sodium sources so you can switch up those drinks and live to train another day. A couple of weeks ago I had a triathlon coach ask for recommendations on sodium sources for an […]
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There are dozens of options! How do you know which one to try?! What is a sports drink? TLDR: A sports drink is designed to be consumed during exercise lasting 90 minutes or longer. Anything up to 60-75 minutes and you’re probably good with water. The only caveats here are if you’re hungry going into
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Magnesium can make or break an athlete’s ability to train. Not having enough magnesium can limit the ability to use energy, recover after a workout, and impact hydration needs. Not into sluggish workouts or muscle cramps? Don’t let them happen to you. Read on for how to avoid these common problems! Magnesium Uses in the
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Iron isn’t well absorbed from plant sources, so it’s important for vegan and vegetarian athletes to frequently include foods in their menu that are higher in iron to meet their high iron needs. TL;DR: Vegan athletes are often low in iron, as it’s best absorbed from animal sources. Check out the list below for high(er)
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Learn about the benefits and downfalls of consuming caffeine, and how it may help or hurt your athletic training. By: Hailey Tylisz Caffeine is a natural central nervous system stimulant found in tea, coffee, nuts, seeds, cacao, and other botanical sources. It is also added to many popular drinks, foods, and supplements, such as soda,
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