Triathlon Nutrition Blog

Electrolyte drinks are everywhere right now.

They're popping up on podcasts, in influencer morning routines and on supermarket shelves.

But are they really necessary for everyone?

I recently spoke with the Australian Financial Review about this exact question for their article, “Electrolyte Drinks:...

Back of the Pack? Why You Still Need to Nail Your Triathlon Nutrition

If you’re an age-group triathlete who proudly races from the back of the pack, you might think nutrition isn’t as important for you. Maybe you’ve thought, “I’m not fast enough to need gels” or “I’ll just eat some real food on the ...

If you're a female triathlete who's ever questioned whether your nutrition needs to change depending on where you're at in your cycle, you're not alone.

Hormones shift throughout the month and can influence everything from metabolism and hydration to gut function and sleep. But does that mean you ne...

Are Wearables Worth It? What Triathletes Should Know About WHOOP and Oura

If you're a triathlete, you're probably obsessed with data. Pace, watts, heart rate, sleep score, HRV, TSB... the list goes on. You’ve either already got a WHOOP or Oura — or you’re tossing up whether one is worth the investme...

Training like a machine but still falling short on race day? You’re not alone.

Triathletes are some of the most dedicated athletes on the planet. You follow your training plan religiously, tick every swim, bike and run session off the calendar, and yet come race day, something's still not clicking.

Are you chasing speed but still underperforming?

If you're a triathlete who's invested heavily in the latest gear but still struggling with cramps, bonking or gut issues on race day, this is for you.

There’s no shortage of shiny new toys promising better performance. But the truth? Most of them are ...

If you're an age-group triathlete chasing better performance, you're probably already training hard. But what if the missing link to your next PB isn't in the pool, on the bike or pounding the pavement? At this year's Sunny Coast 70.3, we proved that dialling in your nutrition could be the game-chan...

Triathletes, are you being duped by dodgy nutrition advice?
If you're training hard and trying to optimise performance, the last thing you need is gimmicky products or outdated strategies steering you off course. But with the rise of social media "experts" and slick marketing, bad nutrition advice i...

Are Creatine Gummies Just Expensive Lollies? What Every Triathlete Needs to Know

If you’re a triathlete trying to stay ahead of the pack, chances are you’ve heard about creatine gummies. They look like the perfect solution: convenient, tasty and easy to throw in your gym bag. But are they actually h...

Creatine has been making headlines lately, and for good reason. It’s one of the most researched supplements out there, yet athletes are still bombarded with confusing claims and gimmicky products.

That’s why I was thrilled to be featured as an expert source in an ABC News article by journalist Paige...

I’m thrilled to share some big news with you – Dietitian Approved has officially partnered with AusTriathlon as their trusted nutrition education partner.

This means triathletes across Australia will now have access to evidence-based, practical nutrition strategies designed to help them train harder...

If you’re a dedicated age-group triathlete pushing yourself through sessions but feeling flat, foggy or frustrated, you might be riding the burnout line without even realising it.

Burnout doesn’t always look like sobbing into your goggles or selling your bike. More often, it’s a subtle slide into co...