Will weight loss help your athletic performance? My answer is always that it depends on the athlete, their sport and position, their goals and their current health status. So I try not to give a yes or no answer to that request. I need more information, and I need to know how the athlete thinks […]
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Here are the advantages to learning about winter hydration needs: Knowing how much to drink Knowing when to drink Knowing what to drink Many people ask me if they need to drink while exercising outside in the winter, so I looked it up. My research has shown that yes, you do. You need to drink
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Pre-workout supplements have three big uses: Many people ask me what do pre-workout supplements do. My research has shown that pre-workout supplements often have three types of products. Creatine and beta-alanine improve energy usage in skeletal muscle during workouts. Creatine replenishes ATP, while beta-alanine acts as a hydrogen ion buffer. Both of these are absorbed
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Jillian Dollaz, skater with the Cincinnati Rollergirls, knows about sports nutrition for roller derby. Jillian is a registered dietitian with specialties in pediatric nutrition and sports nutrition. She’s also a rower, a rowing coach, and an artist. So Jillian is well-versed in athlete needs and how to meet them. With the Cincinnati Rollergirls, Jillian is
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So, it’s the big day! Ironman Race Day! Your friend or significant other is about to embark on an Ironman, 140.6 miles, and you get to be the holder of the tissues and bike pump, the bolstering voice on the tough hills, and the smiling, screaming face in the crowd. You’ll be there from well
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