Sports Supplements
This Just In: Boost Your Workout With Peppermint
Sometimes, simple things can have a big impact on our training. For example, did you know that you might be able to boost your next workout by chewing a piece [...]
7 Fiber Supplements: More Than Just For Weight Loss
The health benefits of fiber extend beyond weight loss and constipation relief. In both isolated and whole form, fiber plays a multitude of significant roles in our diet. (See Fill Up [...]
Fuel for Thought: Gels, Bloks and Beans
Halfway through a full marathon or as you embark on the biking segment of a triathlon, your energy level dips. This is when an energy supplement can come into play. [...]
What’s Missing From the Female Athlete’s Diet, Part 2: Iron
In 2010, Paula Findley became the only female triathlete to win consecutive ITU World Championship Series events. However in the 2012 London Olympics, her undiagnosed case of anemia caused [...]
Ask the Experts: Is Caffeine Safe for Athletes?
Q: Is caffeine safe for athletes? A: Man, I hope so. (Hides double latte behind desk.) Many athletes and non-athletes consume caffeine every day in coffee, tea, and other beverages [...]
The 6 Most Promising Weight-Loss Supplements
Capsaicinoids Losing weight takes hard work, intense training and a strict nutrition plan. This challenge forces many athletes who need to trim excess fat to look for a [...]
Why Creatine Is the Best Sports Supplement
The supplement industry can be confusing. There are thousands of products, many backed by outrageous claims. Worst of all, some supplements are nothing more than expensive junk foods. So, are [...]
Do You Need a Probiotic Supplement?
Contrary to what Erin Andrews' latest probiotic commercial would lead you to believe, there is nothing "cute" about your gut (i.e., your digestive system). Fortunately, the growing popularity of probiotic [...]
Iodine: An Overlooked Essential Mineral for Female Athletes
Calcium, iron and zinc get the most recognition as vitamins and minerals necessary for female athletes to include in their diets. However, don't overlook iodine. It is equally essential. What [...]
Does Creatine Improve Swimming Performance?
Creatine is a great way to get more out of your workout and build lean muscle. But is it appropriate for swimmers? Swimmers need immense muscular strength and endurance. Not [...]
