Press Release: 400-meter gold medalist LaShawn Merritt has accepted a provisional suspension as a result of positive drug tests caused by his use of an over-the-counter male enhancement product that he used intermittently following the completion of the 2009 outdoor track & field … [Read more...] about LaShawn Merritt Tests Positive for DHEA
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What is DHEA? Benefits of DHEA Supplements (which is Banned in Track!)
Thanks to Ken Stone for pointing this out to me. Masters [cycling] track racer Kenny Williams tested positive for the banned substance DHEA in a test taken at United States masters nationals in Colorado Springs. In a letter first published at cycle-smart.com, Williams called the … [Read more...] about What is DHEA? Benefits of DHEA Supplements (which is Banned in Track!)
Gatorade Tiger Woods Focus, Theanine, and Green Tea
Newsflash: Gatorade and Tiger Woods have launched the reformulated Gatorade Tiger Focus which provides advanced hydration to help promote mental focus, as inspired by Tiger Woods' legendary mental toughness. It's the Masters weekend and I couldn't help noticing the buzz with the Gatorade Tiger … [Read more...] about Gatorade Tiger Woods Focus, Theanine, and Green Tea
Bicarbonate Loading Raises Ethical Issues As Performance-Enhancing Aid
I discussed the findings of Bicarbonate Loading in my monthly newsletter. At the time, I didn't want this Blog to be the focus of drugs or ergogenic aids, at least not the banned and illegal ones. It comes down to the ethical question of whether or not the athlete has a competitive advantage by … [Read more...] about Bicarbonate Loading Raises Ethical Issues As Performance-Enhancing Aid
Nutrition for Recovery – Post Workout Drink Controversy
I'll ask the question: What is the best Post Workout Drink for Nutrition and Recovery? Specifically, what should the ratio of protein and carbohydrates be? Should you also add glutamine or BCAA? How about creatine? Several theories exists, depending on your sport (speed/power or endurance … [Read more...] about Nutrition for Recovery – Post Workout Drink Controversy
What are Amino Acids?
This article was guest blogged by Mitch Pellecchia of VitaCost.com who wrote Complete Guide to Protein Powder Supplements and A Guide to Vitamin B12 Supplements. His other upcoming articles include Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil. What are Amino Acids? Amino acids occur naturally in the … [Read more...] about What are Amino Acids?
Complete Guide to Protein Powder Supplements
This article was guest blogged by Mitch Pellecchia of VitaCost.com who wrote A Guide to Vitamin B12 Supplements. His other upcoming articles include Amino Acids, and Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil. I like the fact that he cites all his references at the end of the article. What is protein … [Read more...] about Complete Guide to Protein Powder Supplements
Top 10 Supplement Checklist
Thanks to Social Bookmarking, the article The Top 5 Supplements to Take (or Top 3 if You're on a Budget) is one of the most popular articles on this Blog. Marc David of www.nobullbodybuilding.com expands this list to a Top 10 Supplement Checklist. A few days ago this kid posted his … [Read more...] about Top 10 Supplement Checklist
Combined Events, Throws, Jumps – IAAF Nutrition for Athletics
This summary is from the IAAF 2nd International Consensus Conference on "Nutrition for Athletics" held in Monaco from April 18-20, 2007. Copies of the CD and booklet are available from the IAAF website www.iaaf.org. Combined Events, Throws, Jumps Presenter: Linda Houtkooper (USA) A pyramid … [Read more...] about Combined Events, Throws, Jumps – IAAF Nutrition for Athletics
Nutrition for Sprints – IAAF Nutrition for Athletics
This summary is from the IAAF 2nd International Consensus Conference on "Nutrition for Athletics" held in Monaco from April 18-20, 2007. Copies of the CD and booklet are available from the IAAF website www.iaaf.org. Nutrition for Sprints Presenter: Kevin Tipton (GBR) Although nutrition … [Read more...] about Nutrition for Sprints – IAAF Nutrition for Athletics
