How To Choose an Effective Energy Gel

The ingredients list is the first place you should look when choosing an energy gel. Here’s everything you need to ... Read Article

Nutrition for Ultra Runners: Training v. Racing

Nutrition is a key part of both training and racing for ultramarathons. However, how you fuel for a session is ... Read Article

GTN Presents: The Ideal Weight For Training and Racing

In the latest episode of Global Triathlon Network’s “Triathlon Training Explained,” they tackle the complicated topic of weight. From how ... Read Article

What Your Body Actually Needs During Different Types of Endurance Exercise

A high-level, no-nonsense view of what your body actually needs during various types of endurance exercise in order to meet ... Read Article

The Best Ways to Avoid Muscle Cramps During Exercise

It is estimated that the vast majority of athletes have suffered from cramping at some point. Here are some theories ... Read Article

A Periodized Approach to Carbohydrate Intake During Training and Racing

While a restricted-carbohydrate diet can have training adaptation benefits, a periodized approach to carbohydrate intake allows you to fuel for ... Read Article

Why Carbohydrate is the King for Endurance Performance

Whatever race you’re about to take on— loading and refueling with carbohydrate is key for performance. Read Article

Glycogen Primer: What it is and What it Means For Your Performance

Athletes have heard about the importance of replacing their glycogen stores after a workout. But what is glycogen and its ... Read Article

Weight Loss for Athletes: Base Training Edition

Now is the right time to shed some weight slowly and smartly so you can hit race season in peak ... Read Article

Planning Nutrition for a 70.3 Triathlon

Nutrition plays a big role in your success on race day. Learn from nutrition expert Asker Jeukendrup the basics to ... Read Article

The Basics of Exercise Nutrition

Having the right nutrition strategy can greatly impact your race or workout. Here, sports nutrition expert Nick Suffredin lays out ... Read Article

Nutrition and the Marathon

Proper nutrition will always be important for those participating in any endurance sport. When training for a marathon focus on ... Read Article