Sports Nutrition

You may have heard health experts talk about amino acids before – but what do amino acids do and how could they benefit your body? In short, amino acids are chains of organic compounds which help your body build up protein. They also play a part in other essential processes such as hormone production and certain brain functions. There are around 20 different amino acids our bodies need to function...

You’re asking a lot from your body, so it’s important to give it the fuel it needs to achieve your goals. Whichever sport you’re about to take part in, be it a hike, cycle ride or a marathon, what you eat will help or hinder...

A decade ago that those browsing the protein section of health food shops or sports centres would be one of two characters – those with big muscles, or those who aspired to build them. Today, protein supplements have exploded into the world of general wellbeing,...

Looking to slim down and tone up? Discover how protein can help. What’s all the buzz around protein? Many women are nervous that chugging back protein shakes will cause them to bulk up like The Hulk, but the truth is quite different. For not only...

The greatest misconception about vegans is that they’re barely able to lift a dumbbell. But more professional athletes are now going meat-free Serena Willams? Vegan. Lewis Hamilton? Vegan. Jermain Defoe? Vegan. Patrik Baboumian? Vegan – and one of the strongest men in the world. By...

Do I need to supplement my diet with protein? Most of us will get enough protein in our diet, around 0.75g per kg of body weight. However, if you’re looking to build the strength or muscle needed to train for a big sporting event, it...

You might not think about your muscles very often but it’s important to keep them strong and healthy throughout your life. Find out how you can do just that with our guide Written by Charlotte Haigh on February 21, 2019 Reviewed by Sammy Margo on...

 Feeling short of get-up-and-go? Find out what could be triggering your low energy issues We all get tired sometimes, but what if you can’t shake off that feeling of not having enough energy to get through the day – even after a good night’s sleep?...

Iron is an essential mineral your body needs to function on a daily basis. Once you consume a food or supplement containing iron, it’s used to form a protein in red blood cells called haemoglobin. These red blood cells transport oxygen around your body so...

Muscle soreness is an unavoidable side effect of taking care of your body through exercise. It’s incredibly common to experience aching muscles after working out, and even a long walk can bring on symptoms. It even has a name: delayed onset muscle soreness, or ‘DOMS’....

We all need a boost sometimes, especially after a long hard week at work. Whether that comes in the form of a morning coffee or a refreshing cuppa in the evening, most of us like a daily caffeine fix. Most forms of caffeine can boost...

Finding it hard to get through the day without a caffeine fix? Or are you simply struggling to motivate yourself to get outside and be active? There are a number of reasons why your body may be struggling to cope in life’s fast lane. Whether...