Active Recovery for Athletes: Benefits and Best Practices
Active recovery involves performing low-intensity exercises like jogging or swimming after a high-intensity training session.
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Taurine for Heat Endurance, Melatonin's Athletic Benefits, and the Real Effects of Stretching on Performance
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: taurine for heat endurance, melatonin's athletic benefits, and the real effects of stretching on performance.
The Ride: A Love Letter to Cycling in Vancouver
We teamed up with four talented cyclists to share the experience of riding Vancouver’s most iconic routes.
The Best Form of HMB, CBD for Performance and Recovery, and the Effects of Combining Caffeine and Carbs
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: the best form of HMB, CBD for performance and recovery, and the effects of...
Combining Creatine and Caffeine, Creatine’s Effect on Muscle Recovery and How Alcohol Use Impacts Exercise
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: combining creatine and caffeine, creatine’s effect on muscle recovery and how alcohol use impacts...
Understanding VO2 Max: How to Improve Your Aerobic Performance for Endurance Sports
Have you ever wondered what sets endurance athletes apart from the rest? Well, the answer partially lies in a crucial metric known as VO2 max. With the rise of wearable...
HMB for Endurance, Rehydration for Endurance Athletes and Intermittent Fasting’s Impact on Strength
In this week's summary of the latest research from the worlds of sports science and nutrition: HMB for endurance, rehydration for endurance athletes and intermittent fasting’s impact on strength.
Beet Juice Aids Post-Race Recovery, Caffeine Improves Endurance Cycling Performance and Cheese Supplementation Does What?
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: beet juice aids post-race recovery, caffeine improves endurance cycling performance and cheese supplementation does...
Hydration for Athletes: Why Eating Your Water is Just as Important as Drinking It
There's more to hydration than just keeping your water bottle handy. It's also about consuming a balanced diet that helps your body absorb more water by giving it the essential...
How Compression Garments Influence Running Movement, What the Science Says About Caffeine Supplementation and The Effects of Taking Curcumin
In this week's summary of the latest research from the world of sports science and nutrition: how compression garments influence running movement, what the science says about caffeine supplementation and the effects...
7 Simple Ways to Stay Consistent with Your Supplementation
Consistency is key in every aspect of your training, including supplementation. But let's face it, remembering to take your supplements daily isn't always easy, so we’re sharing seven easy things...
How Creatine Affects Your Memory, Foam Rolling Reduces Pain and Improves Recovery and Does Music Actually Help You Lift More?
Welcome to our weekly summary of the latest research from the world of sports nutrition. In this one: How creatine affects your memory, foam rolling reduces pain and improves recovery...