While few, if any, amateur athletes need protein powder to support their exercise regime, it can be a highly convenient way to ensure you have all the fuel required to repair and build muscle after a workout. However, picking between the huge range of protein powders available is difficult. We spoke to Dr Daniel Fenton, […]
Be honest. Are you eating five portions of fruit and veg a day? Really? Every day? You are? That’s great – you should still eat more though because it seems that the benefits keep growing the more fruit and veg you eat. So a small, 150ml glass of fruit or vegetable juice, or even a […]
When a powerful thirst strikes after you’ve undertaken an especially energetic activity, the natural response is to reach for a glass of water. And that’s not a bad idea at all – no-one’s going to criticise you for drinking water – but sometimes your body needs more than H₂O alone. Sometimes, your body needs electrolytes. […]
The kebab is a much misunderstood food. Right now, your imagination has probably conjured images of greasy strips of doner “meat” consumed in the deepest, darkest parts of nights out. But in its purest form, with big chunks of meat skewered and cooked over a grill, the kebab is a delicious and surprisingly healthy affair. […]
Amazon Prime Day Deals On The Best Running Gels The Amazon Prime Day sale has begun and all sorts of deals on sports supplements will be popping up until it ends on June 22nd. You can browse all the sports nutrition products in the sale, but to save time we’ve picked out deals on two […]
Running becomes a very different proposition when you cross the 90-minute mark. Instead of stepping out the door with the bare essentials and the freedom to run wherever you like, you need to plan your nutrition and tailor your route to include stops for refuelling. Planning your nutrition for before, during and after any long […]
Photograph: Glen Burrows We don’t have to tell you about Joe Wicks. Thanks to his PE With Joe series keeping the nation moving during lockdown he’s more popular than ever. But although Wicks’s workouts have been in the spotlight the past few months, it’s the Lean In 15 recipes he posts on Instagram and his […]
So-called superfoods come in many shapes and sizes, and boast all manner of health benefits, but if there is one thing common to every foodstuff that can claim nutritional superpowers, it’s that it contains antioxidants. Antioxidants are firmly established as essential to good health, but most people will readily admit they have little idea about […]
Losing weight is never easy and there’s no one tip that’s going to change that. However, it doesn’t have to be as complicated a process as many of us make it, like counting every calorie or stripping our diet of entire food groups while trying to follow aggressively restrictive diet plans. Instead of adopting a […]
Pictured, left to right: Chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, hemp seeds, linseeds (also known as flaxseeds) Seeds contain all the nutrients and power to produce plants hundreds of times their size, and so it makes perfect sense to hijack that potential yourself by adding some to your diet. Seeds are rich in unsaturated fats […]
Amazon Prime Day Deals On The Best Pre-Workout Supplements Amazon’s Prime Day sale runs from 21st to 22nd June this year. You can browse all the sports nutrition products in the Prime Day sale, but if you want to cut to the chase we’ve highlighted deals on two of our top pre-workout powder picks below. […]
Throwing a salad together is a great option when you’re in a hurry or it’s the height of summer, especially if it’s full of nutrient-rich ingredients that will supplement your training. This Italian recipe, provided by chef Karol Gladki, will help you to build muscle and burn fat. 150g of bresaola 1 peach Handful of […]
Eating a balanced and nutritious diet is crucial for maintaining good health, especially if you lead an active lifestyle. One of the simplest ways to do this is by including protein shakes in your diet. Not only are they a convenient source of protein, but they can also be a tasty and refreshing treat. […]