Cherries: Why they’re important for endurance athletes and how best to eat them
Cherries and cherry supplements are consumed by thousands of triathletes as a performance aid. But does the evidence stack up? James Witts investigates…
Nutrition
Spinach trottole with creamy hazelnut sauce
Creamy, nutty with all the good carbs and fats, this trottole’s the perfect slow-burning energy recipe
Can probiotics help improve performance for triathletes?
Wondering whether probiotics can help improve your multisport performance? Here’s nutritionist Rob Hobson with an answer…
Iron deficiency: what it is and how to avoid it
Not to be confused with anaemia, iron deficiency can be a debilitating condition for the active triathlete if not properly treated. Here’s everything you need to know about its causes, symptoms and management…
Dental hygiene: Why triathletes shouldn’t neglect their teeth
New research suggests endurance athletes’ dental health isn’t up to scratch…
Banana malt loaf bars
Packed full of nutrients and energy, these banana malt loaf bars are the perfect triathlon fuel
Does the keto diet improve endurance?
Can consuming a high-fat, low-carb diet be beneficial for triathlon fitness and performance?
How you should adjust your nutrition as you age
After the age of 40, athletes should alter their nutrition habits to optimise their training. Nutritionist Rob Hobson from Healthspan Elite explains how…
Omega-3: What it is, why it’s important for endurance athletes and how best to eat it
We’re all aware of omega-3s but what are the best sources, what are the benefits for triathletes and how much should you be eating? Kate Percy has all the answers on this all-important fatty acid…
Why good energy balance is vital for female triathletes
Are you getting the right energy balance to support your endurance training? Most likely not. Here we explain the dangers of insufficient fuelling for female triathletes…
Nutrition advice for teenage triathletes
The importance of good nutrition at any age can not be underestimated. But how can we help teenage triathletes develop healthy habits of a lifetime that will help improve their mental and physical performance, health and well-being, overall relationship with food, and confidence? Here’s everything you need to know…
Top 8 sports supplements for triathletes
Sports nutrition can enhance training adaptations and race performances, but only if you choose the right ones. Here are the best supplements for improving athletic performance…
Hypoglycaemia versus hyperglycaemia: what’s the difference?
What’s the difference between hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia? And how could each one negatively affect training and racing? Sports scientist Abby Coleman has the answers…
Pomegranate poussin
Designed to fuel your training efficiently as well as protect your immune system from those nasty winter bugs, this pomegranate poussin ticks all the boxes
Pumpkin soup with parmesan crisps
This nourishing and warming soup is packed with vitamins to boost recovery and your immune system
What should I eat while training for a half Ironman?
Training for a half Ironman – 1.9km swim, 90km bike and half-marathon run – is not a simple undertaking. But how do you get in enough calories to sustain the extra training and optimise your performance? Laura Tilt has this advice for a reader…
Protein: how much do you need?
How much protein you should consume everyday when training for a triathlon depends on several factors, says Renee McGregor. Here she discusses protein requirements for endurance athletes
Triathlon nutrition: 10 common mistakes triathletes make
Nutritionist Jon Hodgkinson explains how to avoid the 10 most common nutritional mistakes that triathletes often make…
How to train for triathlon with type 1 diabetes
Having type 1 diabetes doesn’t mean holding back on your multisport training, as a team of experts from Swansea University’s Applied Sport, Technology, Exercise and Medicine Research Centre explains…
How can gluten-free athletes get enough carbs to help optimise training and racing?
If you’re gluten-free and training for triathlon, getting the right amount of carbs in your diet to sustain a heavy workout load can seem tricky. But dietitian and health writer Laura Tilt has the answers…
