Using gelatin to improve performance, prevent injury, and accelerate return to play

Using gelatin to improve performance, prevent injury, and accelerate return to play HERE

Periodized Nutrition for Athletes

Research on Periodized Nutrition for Athletes HERE

Former Team USA MN runner Emily Brown Authors Paper on Sugar Content in Sports Drinks

Former Team USA MN runner Emily Brown Authors Paper on Sugar Content in Sports Drinks HERE

A Primer on "Refueling" Your Muscles

A Primer on "Refueling" Your Muscles HERE

Research on Female Endurance Athletes, Energy Levels, and Diet

Research into the dietary practices of female endurance runners and the impact of diet on energy levels and performance HERE

Science: Fast Food or Sports Supplements about the Same in Nutritional Performance

A University of Montana study compared eating fast food or sports supplements(sports drinks and energy bars) were equal on their impact on glycogen recovery.  The conclusion being that fast food in moderation can equally impact recovery. It could also lead to a conclusion that neither group of  is optimal for recovery. Story on the study is HERE.

Science/Nutrition: Protein; Nature & Nurture

More on the role of protein in the diet of endurance athletes HERE.

Nature and nurture HERE.

Research: Protein; Athletes and Soldiers; Carbs

For decades carbohydrate loading has been the mantra of endurance sports nutritionists.  Now the proteins are getting some attention HERE.

Comparing the physical and psychological adaptations needed to be an athlete or a special forces soldiers HERE.

In case you want more info on carbs, try this HERE. Talks about how the body metabolizes carbs and why heavier runners don't need more than lighter ones.