Asker Jeukendrup3 minWhy is performance in the heat decreased?It is generally accepted that aerobic exercise capacity in hot conditions. But why does performance decrease?
Asker Jeukendrup3 minCan caffeine improve absorption of carbs?Caffeine may help in the absorption of carbohydrate and this could be another way caffeine can improve performance. What does the literature
Asker Jeukendrup2 minHow intestinal absorption adapts to diet and the implicationsThe capacity of the intestine to absorb carbohydrate is dependent on carb intake in the diet. How does the gut adapt and what are the practi
Asker Jeukendrup3 minTraining the gut for athletesI remember that many years ago a review paper was published with the title: Is the gut an athletic organ? It hinted to the fact that...
Asker Jeukendrup2 minIntake of English Premier League soccer playersIn a recent publication by Liam Anderson from Liverpool John Moores University and colleagues unique insights in English Premier League...
Asker Jeukendrup3 minLCHF diets and performance in elite athletesThe topic of low carbohydrate high fat diets (LCHF) or ketogenic diets for athletes is still hotly debated. I posted some thoughts in a...
Asker Jeukendrup3 minCarb loading: what is new?Carb loading has been a popular practice for athletes in the days leading up to an event. What is the best way to carb load?
Asker Jeukendrup4 minNew position statement on Nutrition and Athletic PerformanceNew and revised position statement by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada & the American College of Sports Medicine
Asker Jeukendrup5 minNutrition for a half distance triathlonFor a half distance triathlon (70.3) or other 4 to 7 hour event, nutrition can be an incredibly important factor.
Asker Jeukendrup4 minFoodfight: high fat versus high carbThe low carb group shouts, “carbohydrate is bad”, while the high carbohydrate group, you shout “you must carboload”!
Asker Jeukendrup2 minEffects of carbohydrate in team- and skill sportsWe just published a new paper in the Journal Nutrients that addresses the role of carbohydrate for team sports.
Asker Jeukendrup3 min6 Ways to "train-low"Training low has received quite a bit of attention recently. The purpose of this blog is to give an overview of the methods available.