I hope you are as well as possible during these difficult and unsettling times. Understandably, everyone is worried and wants to do everything possible to protect themselves and others from catching Covid-19. Unfortunately, this fear around the coronavirus pandemic has given rise to all kinds of nutritional quackery, supplements and snake oil products claiming to…
It’s probably not something you often think about but the trillions of microbes that reside in your gut have a huge impact on many aspects of your health, including your sporting performance. These bacteria, yeasts, fungi and viruses release chemicals that influence your weight, immunity, cardiovascular system, mental health and your susceptibility to acne, allergies…
If you train outdoors during winter, you’re putting your body under extra stress so you’ll benefit from a good fuelling plan. By building some healthy eating habits now you will ensure you’re fit and ready for the dark months of training ahead. Winter endurance training demands a lot of energy from your body and it’s…
Winter is a time when we’re more susceptible to bugs and illnesses. And there’s nothing more frustrating for athletes than missing training due to a cold or flu. Here’s how to fend off this season’s colds by getting your defenses into top gear. The irony is that, while regular exercise boosts your immune system, intense…
