Every day this week, we're looking a short number of ways to get back to your ideal weight. We're covering simple changes to your running; everyday exercise tweaks; and loads of realistic eating rules that you can live by. Simple Ways To Count Your CaloriesStart a food diary: Ma...

further from the shops, take the stairs instead of the lift, or do some gardening. Nutrition specialist Ann Grandjean says, “I have a long phone cord in my office, which allows me to pace while I talk during the day.” Hit the weights: When you build your

Summer, the season of shorts and crop tops may be over, but there are still plenty of reasons to look after your physique. Whether you’re contemplating some autumn PBs, or simply want to look and feel your best, there’s no time like the present to shed a little weight.Unfortunate...

"When you're training, time is of the essence," says sports nutritionist Drew Price (drewprice.co.uk). "Nutrient timing is the secret weapon employed by professional athletes to fuel training and race day, and to support recovery. "Carbohydrate

to consider your recovery needs, so having something at that time is better than trying not to eat anything. That said, there are factors that prevent people from eating so late. Some say they are not hungry after exercising; if this is the case, start small

replenishment impairs muscle recovery. Plus, not drinking enough of the right fluids can lead to chronic mild dehydration, causing fatigue. Here's how to avoid some common dietary pitfalls.

1. Always carry appropriate recovery snacks and drinks with you. Being prepared is an essential part of your training.2. Start eating and drinking immediately after exercise if you are training again within eight hours.3. Take 1-1.2g of carbohydrate

for elite sportspeople. Recent studies have not demonstrated any significant physical benefit from ice baths, but it may be that the psychological boost is enough.  Nutrition is an essential part of your active recovery strategy. Nutrition recovery ensures

Q. I want to practise my nutrition for race day but my trainer says I should wait until a few weeks before the race so I get the maximum benefit - is he right?A. It's imperative that you experiment during training to find out what will work best

UAN: Article type:++add book link at top++ -->This is adapted from the book, Eat Smart, Play Hard, by RW USA Nutrition Editor Liz Applegate. Found abundantly in your muscles and blood plasma, the nonessential amino acid glutamine serves as fuel