Sports Nutrition for Beginners
Eating properly for the demands of endurance sports can be challenging, especially if you’re new to sport. We explore common misconceptions and pitfalls for the beginner endurance athlete.
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Sports Nutrition > Hydration
Should You Drink to a Schedule or to Thirst?
Dr. Stephen Cheung explores whether you should drink according to a fixed schedule or if thirst is enough to dictate how much you drink.
Sports Nutrition for Beginners
Eating properly for the demands of endurance sports can be challenging, especially if you’re new to sport. We explore common misconceptions and pitfalls for the beginner endurance athlete.
Sweetening the Truth on Hydration
Few topics in endurance sports are more misunderstood and draw more ire than hydration and electrolyte sports drinks. Trevor Connor explores the biochemical mechanics to show what happens when we drink salty sports drinks.
The Myth of Cramping
Dehydration? Electrolyte imbalance? Heat? None of these actually causes cramping, according to new theories. Coach Trevor Connor takes a closer look.
Cardiovascular Drift, with Dr. Ed Coyle
Cardiovascular drift is measured on the bike by looking at a rise in heart rate relative to power. Dr. Ed Coyle shows us the science behind it.
Unpopular Opinions on Group Rides, Riding Inside, and Hydration
Group rides are dead. Zwift pros and cons. You are a bag of wet salt. Colby Pearce has unpopular opinions and a microphone. Get ready for a fun episode that will leave you ranting.
Nutrition Myth-Busting on Macros, Carbs, Food Allergies, Cramping, and Hydration
Ryan Kohler and Trevor Connor discuss some of the major myths and misconceptions in endurance sports nutrition.
The Fundamentals of Sports Nutrition: Introductory Concepts on Fueling the Engine
Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are the fuels that power human performance and recovery. And water is a critical piece of the puzzle.
Training the Gut, with Asker Jeukendrup
Pioneering sports nutritionist Asker Jeukendrup joins us for a discussion on how in-race nutrition is trainable and why you should be training your gut.
Cramping Myths Debunked
Why do athletes cramp? New science suggests that it isn’t about electrolyte imbalances or dehydration as we’ve been told for decades. We explore.