Why Athletes Should Avoid Melatonin
Often heralded as the ultimate sleep aid, recent research has emerged about the detrimental effects of melatonin, especially for athletes. This article will deep dive into why and give you research-backed options better suited for athletes
The Better Sleep Guide for Athletes: The Science on Why, How to, and Natural Supplements
The exact reasons sleep is so critical and some concrete ways you can improve yours.
Why Most Creatine Supplements Fail Runners (And What to Look for Instead)
A deep-dive into the research on why traditional creatine powders cause GI distress (and the formulation fix that eliminates it)
How to Train Your Stomach to Use Gels and Fluids More Efficiently When Racing
You can train your stomach to handle more fluids and carbohydrates during the race. Here’s why that matters and exactly how to do it
The Do’s and Don’ts of Maximizing Iron Absorption
Iron is notoriously difficult for our bodies to absorb. We look at the research on why this is and give you practical advice on how to maximize your iron intake.
The Hidden Signs of Iron Deficiency That Are Sabotaging Your Running Performance
Symptoms of iron deficiency masquerade as everything from overtraining to poor sleep. So, how the heck do you tell the difference between what’s normal, what’s typical training fatigue, and what’s iron deficiency. Let’s look at the research.
Increase Iron Levels Without the Stomach Issues
An in-depth look at why most iron supplements give you stomach issues and the specific changes you can make to make your iron supplement work better for you, without the GI distress
6 Myths About Creatine for Endurance Athletes
Do you still believe many of these long-standing myths about creatine? I fell for #5 for many years.
Creatine: A Secret Weapon for Endurance Athletes
Creatine is most often discussed in the context of building muscle. But what about endurance performance? Let’s dig into the research on how creatine can help with running, cycling and more.
Why You Need to Go to the Bathroom When You Run
If you never start a run without toilet paper tucked into your shorts or you know where every porta potty is on all your running routes we dig into the science on why it happens and how to fix it for good