runningQ: I know carbo-loading works for longer races, but does it have an effect on shorter distances, such as the 5K?A: New research says yes. Of course, we’ve known for years that when a race lasts more than 90 minutes, it makes sense to carbo
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. There may be something here if youre a sprinter. Taking a few spoonfuls of sodium bicarbonate (commonly
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. Vitamin C helps protect your body from oxidative damage caused by exercise and other stresses such as air
at risk of heart disease. In addition, folate keeps blood cells healthy and fights off a severe form of anaemia.Folate is often added to breads and cereals, so it’s not difficult to ensure you meet the Recommended Nutritional Intake (RNI) of 200ug (or 600
