Fitness, Walking and Travel Blog
Fitness, Walking and Travel Blog
There’s whey protein, soy protein, pea protein, and more. Do these protein powders legitimately help with weight loss and muscle building? How necessary is it for people to incorporate these powders into their diet? Are they safe? What are the benefits of protein powder? Protein powder obviously contains protein, which is something everyone needs. However,
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Interested in post-ride recovery and muscle repair for your cycling, running or rowing? Read on… Most supermarkets stock more than 30,000 items, yet every time we race up and down the aisles of the grocery store, we usually toss the same 10 to 15 foods into our carts. Which isn’t such a bad thing, as
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“If you do “endurance” sports, like running, biking, or swimming, caffeine might help you go faster and with less muscle pain” read on… 1/12 Wakes You Up Caffeine boosts your energy and mood and makes you more alert. That can sometimes be helpful, especially in the morning or when you’re trying to work. Though your
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1/16 Oatmeal A bowl of this stuff in the morning can keep you going all day. Part of the reason is all the fiber. It fills you up and lets your body absorb the oatmeal’s nutrients more slowly. That keeps your energy steady. It may even help you eat fewer calories over the course of
Filling Foods that won’t fill you out Read More »
Sometimes there’s no substitute for real food to repair and replenish after a long ride A protein shake is the pinnacle of post-exercise sports nutrition convenience, but wouldn’t it be nice to know what you could eat from your kitchen cupboards to restock your body’s energy supplies? Kinetica brand ambassador Matt Lovell (www.kineticasports.com) explains. “I’m
Refuel with Real Food after Exercise* Read More »
When it comes to cycling like a pro, diet may be as important as training. Dietitian Laura Tilt matches up 10 foods with their key benefits Training, equipment and nutrition will all have an impact on your performance on a ride or in a race, but the importance of what you eat can sometimes be
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Former GB Rowing Team physiologist Craig Williams provides advice on how you can reap more rewards from your training sessions. Read on… Your training approach is dictated by the recovery methods you employ. Getting the basics right – consistently – is crucial to any training programme. Following the simple formula of refueling, rehydrating and getting good rest
The Three Rs-Rest, Refueling and Recovery for Rowers Read More »
From prevention of strokes, heart attacks and cancer… to giving you healthy skin – were you aware of the benefits of nuts, seeds and nut butters? Read on… 1/15 A Word of Caution Food allergies affect 5% to 10% of people. Peanuts (which are legumes, like beans and peas), and tree nuts, like pecans and
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Packed with nutrients, this mackerel recipe is a great way to top up your vitamin D supplies this winter Easy to cook, this recipe from former GB Rowing Team chef Omar Meziane is high in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains fat-soluble vitamin D, important for bone health. Rowing & Regatta nutritionist Jacqueline Birtwisle
Grilled Mackerel with Pesto, Edamame Beans and Spinach Read More »
Brighten your day by sampling this tasty smoothie with a tropical twist With kiwi fruit and pineapple, this smoothie from Rowing & Regatta nutritionist Jacqueline Birtwisle is bursting with fibre, beta-carotene and vitamin C. The yoghurt makes it a good source of calcium and B vitamins, so a great choice when thinking about healthy bones.
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