Elite Skiers Not Eating Enough for Their Training
Researchers studied 60 young elite Nordic skiers (30 female, 30 male) over 24 weeks to understand how their eating habits changed as they prepared for …
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What Supplements Actually Help Cyclists Ride Better?
Researchers reviewed hundreds of studies about supplements that might help cyclists perform better. They found that some supplements work by giving your …
Read MoreWhat Tennis Players Should Eat to Play Their Best
Top tennis organizations from around the world came together to review all the science about what professional tennis players should eat. They looked at …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Changes How Your Body Burns Fat During Exercise
Researchers studied how eating different types of foods for just 3 days affects how well your body burns fat during exercise. They had 40 fit men eat either a …
Read MoreWhat Vitamins and Minerals Do Athletes Really Need?
A team of nutrition experts reviewed scientific research to understand what vitamins and minerals athletes need to perform their best. They found that most …
Read MoreSpecial Grain Helps Athletes Think Better and Feel Less Stressed
Researchers tested whether eating pearl millet—a nutritious grain—could help young male athletes feel better mentally and think more clearly. Sixty athletes …
Read MoreWhat Really Helps Soccer Players Recover Faster?
Researchers looked at 41 different studies about how soccer players can recover better after games and practice. They found that taking ice baths works really …
Read MoreHow Plant-Based Cyclists Fuel Epic 4,300-km Rides
Two recreational cyclists on plant-based diets completed an incredible 30-day, 4,300-kilometer ride across Canada. Researchers carefully tracked what they ate …
Read MoreSwishing Sugar Water Can Boost Athletic Performance—Even After Eating
Scientists reviewed 35 studies about a simple trick athletes use: swishing a sugary drink in their mouth for a few seconds without swallowing it. They found …
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