Omega 3 supplementation do not increase cycling performance.

A 6 weeks supplementation with omega 3 has no effect on cycling performance. Moreover, it do not alter do not alter immune and inflammation measures

Protein Blends (Soy, Whey and Casein) is optimal for Sports Performance

Solae, a leader in healthy ingredients, announced that a review by Solae's Global Director of Sports Nutrition Dr. Greg Paul was published in a supplement of the Journal of the American College of Nutrition.

BASES : the British Association in Sport Science

BASES stands for the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. BASES is the professional body for sport and exercise sciences in the UK. Their mission is to promote excellence in sport and exercise sciences.

Tennis diet : nutritional advice for tennis match

To contract our muscles need energy. Carbohydrates are the main source of fuel for muscles. Glycogen is the storage form of carbohydrates in muscle and liver. These reserves are rather low: they can be consumed in about 1 to 1.30h. A regular training and a high-carbohydrates diet can increase glycogen storage.
As reserves are low, it is necessary to regularly consume carbohydrates during the match to prevent hypoglycemia and fatigue.

Some athletes take dietary supplements but 2/3 misunderstand why they take them.

Martin Fréchette, a researcher and graduate at the University of Montreal’s Department of Nutrition, submitted questionnaires to 42 athletes as part of his master's thesis.
Sportsmen from a variety of disciplines including biathlon, cycling, long-distance running, swimming, judo, skating and volleyball were asked about their use of supplements. Nine athletes out of 10 reported food supplements on a regular basis.

Young athletes should perform safely in the heat.

Youth athletes are capable of tolerating the heat if they prepare well, manage hydration sufficiently, and are provided the opportunity to recover adequately between contests. But the risk for incurring heat injury is encountered when a young athlete has to compete multiple times on the same day, with only a short rest period between rounds of play, during a hot-weather tournament.

7th Annual ISSN Conference and Expo

The annual ISSN conference will be held June 24-26, 2010, in Clearwater Beach FL in Florida. You can discover the program on their website. Inscriptions are open!