Triathlon Nutrition Blog

How to Beet Your Best Time and Get the Competitive Edge Sep 17, 2018


Beetroot juice was the secret sauce for many athletes competing in the London 2012 Olympic Games. Lots of countries were using it, but it wasn’t until afterwards that the news about beetroot juice became public knowledge…

Many athletes are looking for that performance edge over their competitors. M...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - Julie Davidson Aug 31, 2018


“I turned into a Fitness freak and never thought I would learn so much about how my body and mind were connected and what I was truly capable of.”

It all started when I got divorced. Yes, life took a turn I wasn’t expecting but it lead me down a path of health and fitness.  I started doing Bo...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - Megan Piccardi Aug 24, 2018
 
Name: Megan Piccardi

Current location: Brisbane

Profession background: Lawyer

Sport of choice: Powerlifting & sometimes runner

How many years have your been training for: I have been training for just over 2 1/2 years.

What got you into it? For running, I was never really a run...

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Eating for Immunity Aug 10, 2018


Now that the colder months are upon us, it’s time to be proactive with our nutrition for the best immune system defence.

For active people, immune function plays a role not only in fighting off infections but also in promoting tissue repair to recover from exercise and injury (1). To function prope...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - John Alexander Jul 31, 2018


Introducing John! The Fit Chef.

In the last few years, John has literally turned his life around. Peaking at 182kg and getting puffed chasing his daughter around, John knew he had to do something. One step at a time (literally) he’s lost a whopping 70kg. He now loves to ride flat out with the...

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Reflections of a 2 x Iron(wo)man Jul 09, 2018

 

“I feel Ironman is achievable for everyone, don’t be intimidated by the distance, embrace the challenge. You won’t regret it”
— Bec Baird

 
I never thought I’d do an Ironman. Triathlon was just another way to challenge myself – except my challenges just kept getting bigger and bigger! I...

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Nutritionists vs Dietitians / Dietician vs Sports Dietitians in Australia Jul 09, 2018

What is the difference between Nutritionists vs Dietitians in Australia?

We constantly get asked to explain the difference between a Dietitian and Nutritionist. Yes, they’re different and yes we will always correct you when you call us a Nutritionist. Read on to find out why we get slightly offende...

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Sarah's Tips for the First Time Ironman Jun 11, 2018


Now that she’s an Ironman, we asked Sarah to reflect on her experiences and share what she learnt from the day. Here are her top 5 tips for anyone out there embarking on their own first Ironman journey.


  1. STICK TO THE PLAN!! The days leading up to the race and particularly on race day, ...
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Intermittent Fasting: Breaking Down the Evidence Jun 10, 2018


Intermittent Fasting; the latest in diet trends. Claiming health benefits from weight loss to prevention of chronic disease. Is it really the answer to the world’s health problems? We take a look at the evidence…

What is Intermittent Fasting?

Intermittent fasting encompasses several different diet...

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Sleep and Athletic Performance May 07, 2018


Sleep is essential for general health and wellbeing.

The more we learn, the more we realise that increased sleep duration and quality is associated with better performance in sport and life. The National Sleep Foundation recommends adults get between 7-9 hours of sleep each day for optimal health (...

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Dietitian Approved Crew - Sarah Leuenberger Apr 16, 2018


Introducing Sarah!

Sarah came to see us in August 2017 with the primary goal to get off the couch and keep Hubby happy on the weekends after big training sessions. She’s gone from strength to strength and is gearing up for her Ironman debut at Port Macq in a few weeks time. We’re excited to share h...

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Noosa Race Recap Nov 12, 2017


It was the night before my first ever Olympic Distance Triathlon. After 10 months of preparation, I was ready, albeit incredibly nervous. Sitting down to a home-cooked dinner with my support crew, I felt like the biggest kid eating my large bowl of pasta, side of garlic bread, all washed down
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