Repeat after me: KEEN-wah. Again: KEEN-wah. It is spelled q-u-i-n-o-a and if it isn’t already, it should be part of your pre- and post-ride menu all year round.
It’s a familiar frustration, you’re putting in the time, maybe even more than last year, yet your performance feels stuck. Progress that once came quickly now feels like a grind, or worse, like it’s disappeared altogether. The truth is, a plateau is most often a…
How much plant protein should you eat to improve your heart health? A recent study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health suggests that increasing plant protein intake while reducing consumption of red and processed meats can have significant heart health benefits. The study…
A new study shows that a diet plan that helps you increase your fibre and protein intake while keeping calories low delivers sustainable long-term results. Let’s take a closer look.
What should the ideal recovery drink for cycling look like? How much protein and carbs should be in it? And what’s the best timing? Let’s take a closer look at how you can optimise this piece of your nutrition strategy.
As an elite athlete, I have definitely cultivated a very deep appreciation for the importance of fueling correctly to perform at the highest level. Cycling demands a lot from the body, and proper nutrition can make all the difference in terms of endurance, recovery, and…
A new study shows that increasing your protein intake on a weight-loss diet is a good thing. High protein intake is associated with healthier food choices and better muscle-mass retention. How much protein should you eat to enjoy these benefits too?
BCAAs are said to protect your muscles during exercise, improve recovery, and even help with sprint performance. Can you get enough BCAAs from food to enjoy these benefits? What are the best food sources? Let’s dig in!
If you put on weight during the lockdowns, don’t worry – you’re not alone. And in the grand scheme of things, it’s not the worst thing to be left with after such an unpleasant experience. But now it’s time to shed it and get back…
You hear so much about protein nowadays. It seems like every health product is full of it – but should you be interested in protein? Is plant-based protein better? How much should everyone get? Thankfully, science shows us that there are a few things about…
