Jolly Ranchers for Wrestlers: Energy, Hydration, and Mental Edge
Wrestlers consume Jolly Ranchers for rapid energy from simple carbohydrates, to alleviate dry mouth during exertion, and for psychological comfort wit...
By Hart
Category: Sports Nutrition
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Sodium for Runners: Understanding Needs, Replenishment, and Avoiding Imbalances
For runners, sodium needs vary by individual, but typically range from 300-700 mg per hour for runs over 60-90 minutes, especially in hot conditions, ...
By Jordan
Whey Protein & Creatine: Roles, Benefits, and Synergistic Use
Whey protein and creatine are distinct supplements, not inherently better than each other, as whey provides muscle building blocks while creatine enha...
By Hart
Pre-Workout Supplements: Daily Use, Benefits, Risks, and Safe Practices
While pre-workout supplements offer acute performance benefits, daily consumption is generally not recommended due to potential tolerance, sleep disru...
By Jordan
Salt and Workouts: The Role of Sodium in Exercise Performance, Hydration, and Recovery
Sodium (salt) plays a critical role in exercise performance by maintaining fluid balance, supporting nerve and muscle function, and preventing dehydra...
By Hart
Creatine: Understanding Effects of Discontinuation and Retaining Muscle Gains
While discontinuing creatine may reduce muscle fullness and slightly impact high-intensity performance due to water loss, it will not cause you to los...
By Alex
Pre-Workout: How Late is Too Late and What Are Your Options?
To avoid sleep disruption, stimulant-based pre-workout supplements should generally be avoided within 6 hours of bedtime, though individual sensitivit...
By Alex
Caffeine and Exercise: Benefits, Optimal Dosing, and Considerations
Caffeine significantly influences exercise performance by acting on the central nervous system, altering pain perception, and mobilizing fat stores, l...
By Hart
Runners and Bagels: Fueling Performance, Recovery, and Timing
Runners frequently consume bagels due to their high carbohydrate content, which efficiently replenishes muscle glycogen stores, providing readily avai...
By Hart
