16 October 2015 A 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run. While that may sound like many peoples' idea of torture, it's actually what makes up an Ironman triathlon. For many people who want to push themselves to the limit, this is the ultimate test of endurance. Yet with such extreme exertion, nutrition is not only important but crucial to your safety. No matter how fit you are or how hard you've trained, the extreme nature of an Ironman will leave you bereft of energy unless you refuel on the go. If you want to make it over the finish line you should make nutrition a priority. |
5 October 2015 So you've decided to run a marathon. It's the ultimate test of endurance, and sorts out the men from the boys. But it shouldn't be entered into without a lot of planning and training, unless you want to set yourself up for failure. Nutrition plays a huge part in this, and it is one aspect that is often unwisely overlooked, or not given the attention it requires. What you put in your body is essential in allowing you to push yourself come race day, and if you want to be running rather than crawling over the finish line you should make nutrition a priority. |
5 October 2015 Energy Chews haven't been around that long in the health and fitness world, but they have already made a big impact, particularly amongst runners. A convenient way to load up on carbohydrates, they are a great option for those people who may struggle with energy gels. With so many on the market, though, and still relatively little known about them, it is hard to choose which is right for you, and what exactly they do. |
2 October 2015 Energy gels are a fairly new addition to the health and fitness world, but they have already made a big splash, particularly in running circles. A convenient way to load up on carbohydrates, they are now a staple in the race-day routine of many athletes. With so many on the market, though, and still relatively little known about them, it is hard to choose which is right for you, and what exactly they do. |
29 September 2015 Anyone familiar with the world of sports nutrition and supplements will know about the horror that is a lumpy shake. We know it's doing our body good but sometimes the consistency makes it almost impossible to stomach, much less enjoy it. That's where Promixx comes in. Leaving the humble shaker ball in its dust, Promixx mixes your supplements with the touch of a button for a great result every time. |