What the heck are Sirtuins? Anti-Ageing, or trying to slow down the ageing process, is the holy grail for Masters Athletes. And for most people. Most of us will spend the last 5 years of our lives in disease or sickness. Whether that is at age 60, 70, 80, 90 or even 100 is up to you. It … [Read more...] about Sirtuins: How to Live Past 100 Years Old
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Sprinting: 10 Research Articles for Effective Sprint Training [Part 23]
Click here for all the previous Sprint Reviews Paul Hoffman has read and researched several research papers on sprinting and performance articles, so you don’t have to. If any of these articles interest you, feel free to research the case studies and methodology and come up with … [Read more...] about Sprinting: 10 Research Articles for Effective Sprint Training [Part 23]
Vitamin C & Gelatin Supplementation for Sports Performance & Recovery
Back when I was training as an open athlete (1984-93), the only supplement I would take was Vitamin C. It was well researched that Vitamin C could help "reduce the chances of catching a cold", "reduce the effects of cold symptoms when you had a cold", and improve collagen synthesis in muscles and … [Read more...] about Vitamin C & Gelatin Supplementation for Sports Performance & Recovery
Lingonberry Powder and Root Ginger – Powerful Anti-Inflammatory foods
This article is guest blogged by Mal Hindmarsh, a sports and nutrition enthusiast, working as a nutritional advisor for both amateur and professional athletes up and down the UK. Over the last few years, his work has seen him move more into the field of natural and organic health solutions, where … [Read more...] about Lingonberry Powder and Root Ginger – Powerful Anti-Inflammatory foods
Nootropics and Smart drugs: Unlock your Mind, Unlock your Body.
DISCLAIMER: The following article is meant for informational purposes only. I do not endorse or profit from the products listed in the article. The last 15 years has seen a huge increase in smart drugs products. Perhaps the limit of the human body has been reached in terms of physics and … [Read more...] about Nootropics and Smart drugs: Unlock your Mind, Unlock your Body.
4 Most Important Factors in Sports Nutrition [INFOGRAPHIC]
The Vitamins, Minerals, and Sports Supplements market alone is worth $32 Billion (2012 figures). And that is not including food such as "healthy snacks" and real food items. You can be as simple as choosing plain water and eating real wholesome (organic) food. Yes, this works! Nutrition … [Read more...] about 4 Most Important Factors in Sports Nutrition [INFOGRAPHIC]
Vitamins and Minerals that Affect Absorption
The Human Body is a complex piece of equipment. For example, if you take a 500mg Vitamin C pill, is the entire 500m absorbed into your body? Are you sure? Are you sure that 500mg is still 500mg after you open it, with air trapped in the bottle, and shaking the bottle up and down a few times? Are … [Read more...] about Vitamins and Minerals that Affect Absorption
The Importance of Magnesium
As an athlete, you may be told by your coach or treating therapist to take magnesium, particularly if you have a history of cramps. Have you ever wondered why this supplement is prescribed and why your body may be deficient in it? Magnesium is a vital mineral required by just about every organ in … [Read more...] about The Importance of Magnesium
Oops, Premature e-Jubilation, and Miscounting Laps
It happens to the best of us, except for 400m one-lap sprinters. I'm referring to miscounting your laps in a distance race, and kicking for home too soon. One lap too soon. But it happens more indoors than outdoors. Even in a four lap 800m race. Yes, there is a lap counter, and yes, there … [Read more...] about Oops, Premature e-Jubilation, and Miscounting Laps
Did Serena Williams Cheat with Coffee?
Did Serena Williams cheat with coffee? Serena Williams LOST her first set 6-0 to Flavia Pennetta at the Hopman Cup in Perth, Australia. With the jetlag, she decided a coffee might perk her up. Serena recovered to win 0-6, 6-3, 6-0 in hot, sweltering weather. Did she (or her coach) read my … [Read more...] about Did Serena Williams Cheat with Coffee?
