Hydration is a primary nutrition concern for any athlete.  If you allow dehydration to become a chronic problem, the effects are cumulative and have a DIRECT impact on your ability to perform. For every pound of body weight you lose due to dehydration, you've lost 15-16 oz. of fluid... [More]

In recent years, antioxidants have received positive attention with regards to anti-aging. Furthermore, there is positive evidence that they provide protection against various disease states such as cataracts, diabetes and many cancers.  Due to the possibility of enhancement of performance, r... [More]

Applying nutrition and hydration principles is of great benefit to optimize an athlete's training and performance. The athletes that understand the digestion and absorption of nutrients and fluids are more likely to develop optimal methods of maintaining blood volume (a critical issue for perf... [More]

Energy represents the capacity to do work, and the human source of energy is FOOD. A calorie is thus the standard measure of energy. The amount of energy depends on the duration and type of activity. Carbohydrates and fats are primary energy nutrients. Protein can become a source of energy but to a ... [More]