Monthly Archives: April 2013

Carbohydrates for training and competition.

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

Carbohydrates for Training and Competition. Burke LM, Hawley JA, Wong SH, Jeukendrup AE. Department of Sports Medicine, Australian Institute of Sport, Belconnen, ACT, Australia. louise.burke@ausport.gov.au Abstract An athlete’s carbohydrate intake can be judged by whether total daily intake and the timing of consumption … Continue reading →

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Nutrition & Elite Young Athletes

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Nutrition and elite young athletes. Jeukendrup A, Cronin L. School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK. A.E.Jeukendrup@bham.ac.uk Abstract Nutrition can play an essential role in the health of elite young athletes as well as exercise performance. Children … Continue reading →

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Athlete Infection Control

Posted on April 17, 2013 by

Athlete Infection Control Skin infections in athletes are particularly common and a little bit of self-education and a small management plan can greatly reduce or eliminate the chances of infection. One very simple tip for athletes traveling from place to … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Tips for the Cyclist or Endurance Athlete

Posted on April 8, 2013 by

1. Under & Over Hydration Both under & over hydration will lead to hyponatremia through different processes. Research has suggested 500-750 mil/hr will deal with most athletes needs under general conditions. Remember that both to little and to much liquid … Continue reading →

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