The question of whether mild dehydration (~2-3% body mass loss) really affects athletic performance is crucial. While several studies...

It's 4:30 AM as the laces of the thick soled fire boots are tightened. The only light comes from a headlamp and the inside of the tent is...

Ice slush, or slurry, is a very low temperature (0-1 °C) drink made with blended ice and liquids. Although popular as ‘slushies’ and...

In this series of blog posts, we’ve discussed what is meant by the ‘electrolytes’, that are promoted in sports nutrition products. We’ve...

In this series of blog posts we’ve discussed what sodium is, what it does in the body, how it’s lost in sweat, and how to quantify those...

In previous blogs we’ve discussed what sodium is and how it might be helpful during exercise. We’ve also discussed that the amount of...

In previous blogs we’ve discussed what sodium is and how it might be helpful during exercise. We’ve also discussed that the amount of...

In previous blogs we’ve discussed what sodium is and how it might be helpful during exercise. In this article, Dr Alan McCubbin will take...

Sweating is an important cooling mechanism in most sporting conditions. So the most important thing you lose when you sweat is heat!...

Sodium is said to be important for athletes, and different arguments are used to explain why it is so essential. We will dive into the...

In a previous blog we discussed what electrolytes are and what sodium is. We also discussed the role of sodium in a little more detail....

Sodium is the most talked about electrolyte... it is often talked about in relation to hydration but what exactly is it and what exactly...

There are many discussions in sport, and people disagree on many topics, but one thing everyone seems to accept as common knowledge is...

Making weight is a global term for the targeted reduction of body mass, which is purported to enhance performance in aesthetic,...

Marathon runners are starting to pay more and more attention to their nutrition. No one ever questions the importance of training, yet...

Muscle cramps during exercise can drastically affect performance and are a common problem amongst endurance athletes. These cramps are...

A new article was published (1) with insights about sweat losses, and intake patterns of FC Barcelona players during different training...

The UEFA expert group statement on nutrition in elite football (1) has now been published. After many months of hard work, a sizeable...

Is coconut water as "natural" and effective as suggested?

It is generally accepted that aerobic exercise capacity in hot conditions. But why does performance decrease?