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During physical activity, staying hydrated is often overlooked. Our bodies require more than nutrients and energy, it also needs water to maintain your water balance. Here, we will tell you all you need to know about your water balance, staying hydrated and what happens if you are dehydrated.
We discuss about maintaining your water balance, the consequences of dehydration and tell you how to hydrate before, during and after physical activity for maximum performance. We also include a hydration schedule you can save on-the-go whenever you need!
Keeping your muscles ULTRA fueled before, during and after your physical activity may be the best way to fuel thank them for their hard work. Here, Näak brings you 6 ULTRA fueling foods for endurance athletes. These foods will be sure to fill your glycogen stores to make sure your body is not depleted of energy. We mention research supporting eating oatmeal, peanut butter, hydration mixes, energy bars, energy gels and cricket powder. All nutrients, including macro and micronutrients are mentioned, along with their benefits for overall health and performance.
Every athlete is told to replenish electrolyte stores on top of rehydration during and after crushing a training session. Like each
More than just an aspect of an athlete's life, sports nutrition is a cornerstone of athletic performance. Focusing on training alone will not allow you to push your limits if you overlook the nutritional aspect. While the human body is capable of storing the energy needed (in the form of glycogen) for about 20 miles of intense effort, running a 26 miles marathon is a real challenge.
No doubt, each time you’re on your next trail run, your body is challenged differently. But there is one thing that is constant: it is your body at work. This means making sure you are fueling your body properly to feel replenished and empowered to go on your next adventure.
Have you experienced the benefits of eating a meal pre-workout? This often-overlooked action can significantly affect the
Après un entraînement intensif, votre corps n'a besoin que d'une chose : récupérer. Cette phase est absolument essentielle ! Avec du temps et une bonne alimentation, votre corps sera moins vulnérable aux blessures et pourra travailler plus dur. Et oui, c'est après l'entraînement que votre corps développe ses performances ! Aujourd'hui, nous allons vous donner 6 conseils nutritionnels pour optimiser votre récupération !
Whether you are an athlete or not, it is important to have a daily protein diet to be in good health. According to Health Canada, you must consume 0.8 g of protein per kilogram of body weight daily to meet your minimum requirements, or 52g of protein per day for a 65kg person.
Today, both elite athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts are supplementing with branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) for performance benefits. Curious about what BCAAs are and what role they play in the body? Keep reading to find out!
Running an ultra distance is a physical endeavor that requires tremendous amounts of work and discipline. Runners can spend months and sometimes years training their mind and body to overcome the challenges brought upon by the sport. A key element to successfully complete an ultra marathon or an ultra trail is a proper nutrition plan, however this can be a challenge in itself.
Unfortunately, there is no “one-size-fits-all” nutrition plan; everyone is different and your nutrition needs will likely differ from those of your peers. The only way to figure out what works best for you is to get out there and experiment. Nonetheless, there are general concepts and guidelines that you can follow and learn from when building your nutrition plan.
The following article was written to help you tailor your nutrition strategy and optimize your performance on race day.
5 tips prepared especially for you by our nutrition specialist. With the arrival of winter and cold temperatures we can sometimes unconsciously change our diet. However, a good diet remains essential in winter. It must provide the athlete with enough energy during the effort, to maintain a constant body temperature and to recover well after training.
It’s no secret that protein is an important macronutrient for endurance athletes. However, you may be uncertain as to how much protein you need or if you should be supplementing your diet with more protein. If you’re wondering whether you should add protein powder to your diet, here are 5 reasons why it’s a good idea!
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