Introduction The great outdoors is the best place to keep fit, and conquering challenges with the sun on your back or the rain lashing down will be so much more rewarding than hitting the same goals in a sterile gym environment. Of course if you are thinking of participating in a specific fitness scheme like… Read More
Introduction Navigating an obstacle course race (OCR) demands more than sheer willpower; it is a complex dance of endurance, strength, and nutrition. Optimal dietary strategies tailor-fit for OCR can be the linchpin to surpassing personal limits. Yet, crafting such a nutritional plan is not one-size-fits-all. It requires precision – balancing macronutrients and meal timing –… Read More
Introduction When it comes to improving your athletic performance and supporting your fitness goals, choosing the right foods is essential. One approach that can help is to opt for additive-free foods that are nutrient-dense and beneficial for your health. Benefits of Nutrient-Dense Foods Additive-free foods, which are whole and unprocessed, provide your body with the… Read More
Research Paper Title Dietary Assessment Methods in Military and Veteran Populations: A Scoping Review. Background Optimal dietary intake is important for the health and physical performance of military personnel. For military veterans, the complex nature of transition into civilian life and sub-optimal dietary intake is a leading contributor to the increased burden of disease. A… Read More
Research Paper Title Exercise Alters Gut Microbiota Composition and Function in Lean and Obese Humans. Background Exercise is associated with altered gut microbial composition, but studies have not investigated whether the gut microbiota and associated metabolites are modulated by exercise training in humans. The researchers explored the impact of 6 weeks of endurance exercise on… Read More
“Compared to the Jurched soldiers, the Mongols were much healthier and stronger. The Mongols consumed a steady diet of meat, milk, yoghurt, and other diary products, and they fought men who lived on gruel made from various grains. The grain diet of the peasant soldiers stunted their bones, rotted their teeth, and left them weak… Read More
Research Paper Title Food, Fizzy, and Football: Promoting Unhealthy Food and Beverages through Sport – A New Zealand Case Study. Background High participation rates in sport and increasing recognition of how diet benefits athletic performance suggest sports settings may be ideal locations for promoting healthy eating. While research has demonstrated the effect of tobacco and… Read More
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