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New Research On Cryotherapy!
This week in the world of sports science, new research on cryotherapy, speed in young footballers, diets in rugby
Calorie Counting – A Controversial Subject
In this weeks sports science news, is calorie counting a waste of time, resistance training for youth golfers, the menstrual cycle
Are Elite Runners Fuelling Properly?
In this weeks sports science news, are elite runners fuelling properly? do boxing gloves protect the thumb? an 11-year old sport superstar?
Training Methods of Elite Athletes
In this weeks sports science news, elite training methods, attentional focus is elite athletes, tennis energy expenditure.
Caffeine and sleep: Does a pre-match coffee impact post-match sleep quality?
Caffeine is one of the most popular ergogenic aids in the world, but it has the potential to reduce sleep quality and recovery time, resulting in lower physical and cognitive function. So how do athletes strike the best balance?
Vitamin D: How does it impact sports performance?
We still need to learn more about how to use vitamin D to improve sports performance but it does seem clear that obtaining sufficient vitamin D can only help improve an athlete’s bone structure, immune system, and potentially muscle health.
Weight cutting tips: Nutrition secrets you need to know
There are many risks involved with losing weight ahead of athletic performance, but a leading performance nutritionist says there are ways to do it safely. Here, he shares his weight cutting tips.
Energy availability in athletes: How important is the concept of inadequate energy intake?
Energy availability in athletes is a growing area of focus for sports nutritionists. But how important is the concept of inadequate energy intake for both health and performance?
Can plant based protein boost your muscle health?
Can consuming a vegetarian or vegan diet harm athletes, or can they get what they need from plant based proteins?
Caffeine and sports performance: Pros, cons and considerations
Caffeine for sports performance – is it worth the hype? It seems almost all athletes may potentially benefit from caffeine supplementation, with aerobic sports benefiting most.
Weight cutting in combat sports: What is it and how can you minimise the risks?
The majority of combat sport athletes will go through a period of short-term weight loss prior to a fight. Why do they endure weight cutting, and can it be done safely?
Alcohol and performance: How should athletes approach it?
Should athletes be more aware of the impact of alcohol on performance? We delve into what the science says in terms of its effect on performance, recovery and nutrition.
Carbohydrate loading for endurance – still a good practice?
Having a basic understanding of how carbs are used during exercise can take your training and performance to the next level, and carbohydrate loading is a piece of the puzzle
Supplements in sport: What are the benefits and risks?
From powder-based proteins and creatine, to gel- and gummy-based caffeine and carbohydrates, performance supplements are sold to professional athletes and weekend warriors alike. But what exactly are the advantages and risks?
