Triathlon Nutrition Blog

Top 10 Superfoods for Endurance Athletes Aug 02, 2024

Wondering how to fine-tune your nutrition for peak endurance performance?

I’ve got you covered. 

Today, I'll be sharing my top 10 "superfoods" that every endurance athlete should consider incorporating into their diet. I’m not talking about the typical marketing gimmick superfoods; I’m talking abo...

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Ultraman Australia Race Nutrition with Paul & Lisa McDonald Jul 19, 2024

Meet Lisa and Paul McDonald. We're diving into Paul's recent gruelling experience with Ultraman Australia. Lisa, armed with her expertise as a member of the Triathlon Nutrition Academy (TNA), played a crucial role in equipping Paul for success. In this blog, we'll explore their journey from training...

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Laura Hoffman reveals her secrets to a 20min PR at Western Massachusetts 70.3 Jul 05, 2024

Have you ever felt like your body just isn’t cooperating, no matter how hard you train or how well you think you’re eating? You’re not alone. Many athletes experience this, and today’s guest, Laura Hoffman, is no exception. Laura previously struggled with iron absorption issues that severely impacte...

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What a Sports Dietitian Says About Coca-Cola Jun 28, 2024

When it comes to sports nutrition, athletes are often bombarded with a plethora of choices. From protein shakes to energy bars and salt tablets, the options seem endless. But what about Coca-Cola as a performance enhancer? You probably didn't see that coming on a sports nutrition blog! But what does...

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New research that's blown everything we knew about protein out of the water Jun 21, 2024

If you want to perform at your best as an endurance athlete, you need to stay on top of your protein intake. For years we’ve had pretty clear guidelines for what works best but a recent study has come out with the potential to completely reshape what we thought we knew.

Previously we believed that...

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Is 2000 Calories Enough for a Triathlete? Jun 07, 2024

When it comes to athletic performance, nutrition plays a pivotal role. For athletes, particularly those engaged in high-intensity endurance sports like triathlons, understanding caloric needs is crucial. One common question that arises is whether 2000 calories per day is sufficient for a triathlete....

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Unveiling the Secrets of a Triathlete's Diet May 17, 2024

In the world of triathlon, relentless training isn't enough—you need the right fuel to power you through not one, but three sports. The triathlete's diet is more than just food; it's a strategic plan that keeps your energy levels up, recovery fast and performance at its best. So let's break down the...

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What Should I Eat as a Triathlete? May 10, 2024

Triathlons are one of the most challenging (and awesome) multi-sport events, combining swimming, cycling, and running into a single race. Triathletes are dedicated individuals who love to train hard, often balancing training with work and family life. 

They train to test their limits, improve their...

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How Many Calories Should a Triathlete Eat? May 03, 2024

Triathlon is an endurance sport that requires a significant amount of energy. It consists of three different disciplines: swimming, cycling, and running, all performed in immediate succession over various distances. As such, triathletes need to fuel their bodies appropriately to meet the high energy...

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The Nutrient Deficiencies That Are Killing Your Triathlon Race Times Apr 18, 2024

As a triathlete that loves to push their body to the limit, maintaining a balanced intake of essential nutrients is vital. Unfortunately, nutrient deficiencies are a common problem that can significantly impact your training and racing performance. Sometimes without you even knowing there's a proble...

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Swim Smarter: Expert Tips to Fix Common Technique Mistakes Feb 23, 2024

Want to transform from flailing to fast and fluid in the water? Effortless Swimming coach Brenton Ford shares his insider view on frequent flaws undermining many triathletes’ swim potential.

As a leading technique guru analysing thousands of underwater videos, he’s honed an eagle eye for subtle thi...

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Strategies to fuel for triathlon when you have no appetite with Jody Walker Feb 09, 2024

Proper fueling is essential for triathletes to get optimal performance during intense training and competitions. Some athletes, like Jody Walker, find themselves without an appetite, making it challenging to consume the necessary calories and nutrients. Jody joins me on the podcast for the third tim...

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