Low energy availability (LEA) is a state in which the amount of energy taken in from food is not sufficient to support normal physiological functioning, including menstrual function, bone health, …
Recognizing the Signs of High Cortisol
Cortisol is known as the stress hormone since it’s released when the body is under stress. It can be a sign of overtraining or be caused by outside factors like …
Event Day Fuelling: A Guide to Optimal Performance
If you’re ready to conquer an intense sporting event, one thing is certain: proper fuelling is the key to unlocking your full potential on event day. Just as a well-tuned …
Health and Performance Goals Trump Body Weight for Endurance Athletes
While some endurance sports, such as distance running or cycling, may benefit from a higher power-to-weight ratio, there is no single “ideal” body weight or body fat percentage for all …
Pre-Training Nutrition
Pre-training nutrition is essential for optimizing performance and recovery during exercise. Here are some important things to consider: Overall, pre-training nutrition strategies should focus on hydrating the body, providing adequate …
5 Mistakes That Affect Training Progression
Training progression will often stall for people and usually it’s because they’ve missed the mark on some crucial things needed for effective training gains.
Keto & Endurance Performance
Low-carb/high-fat diets like the keto diet are a popular dietary approach for weight loss and health improvement. This interest has leaked over into the elite athlete community. Especially since some …
Are BCAA’s Worth It?
Research has been highly mixed in relation to BCAA’s. Before you take off running toward the nearest supplement store, there is an issue that needs to be addressed: I’ll use …
Is Protein Timing After Training Essential for Muscle Growth?
Many of us were taught that the post-workout timing of protein was essential! And we made sure that we had that protein powder shake immediately after we finished. However, studies …
Pre-Workout Nutrition Strategies
The weather is getting nicer and many of us have started training again! Here are some of my favourite pre-workout nutrition strategies. What are the priorities? Performance – Completing workout …
