Being vegetarian doesn't mean you have to compromise on performance. Anecdotal evidence suggests that a vegetarian diet for endurance athletes is by no means detrimental. However, an athlete who consumes a poorly planned vegetarian diet may
jacket potato or bowl of pasta, once seen as a healthy choice, became foods likely to increase your weight.Health warningA number of low-carbohydrate diets have emerged and become very popular, though the total avoidance of carbohydrate is still largely
simple healthy adjustments to your diet, you can reduce your risk of developing cancer. These are the foods you should be sure to have in your cupboard and fridge.1. AvocadoReplace mayonnaise with a spread of ripe avocado to moisten dry sandwiches
're unlikely to be consuming enough omega-3 fatty acids.Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Essential PUFAs come in two forms: omega-6 and omega-3. Your body can't make or store either, so you have to include them in your diet.Omega-6s
of cycling team Garmin-Slipstream's training and race preparation."There's nothing nutritious about that food," is Lim's blunt opinion of the traditional pre-race meal. In fact, he has eliminated all processed wheat from Garmin-Slipstream's diet, and at races
to allow it to get fully recovered before marathon day. Dont try to squeeze in just a little more training.Race-day Rule 1: Dont try anything new. Now is not the time to experiment with the latest fad diet, fuel source, shoe design or clothing
:A long run.An interval session, with repetitions of 400m-1000m.A tempo run of 20 minutes or 4 x 1 mile combined with a healthy diet, a high fluid intake and a regular stretching routine.Q: Is it worth using drinks stations during a 10K?A:That depends
that turns up the flavour volume in any dish that it's added to. It's also "One of the richest sources of flavonoids in the human diet," according to researchers at Cornell University in the US. Flavonoids are plant compounds that fight bacteria, viruses
probably should because the unfortunate truth is that triathlon can have a negative impact on the environment. You probably love being outdoors and like to see nature at its best, if for no other reason than a healthy environment makes for an enjoyable race
than usual in the last three days before the race,” says Tichenal. About 60 to 70 per cent of your calories should come from carbohydrate sources. Pasta, potatoes, rice, cereals and fruit are healthy choices, but even fizzy drinks and sweets do the job
