Weight loss
Off-Season: How to Make the Most of This Period for Weight Loss and Nutritional Planning Work parties, get-togethers with friends, Christmas celebrations, New Year's Eve, and vacations... The end of the year is synonymous with...
Electrolyte Replacement
Hydration and electrolyte replacement are fundamental for sports practice, especially in intense and prolonged activities. Recent studies indicate that even mild dehydration (2-3% of body weight) can significantly compromise athletic performance. Consuming only water during...
The impact of sleep on performance
In my last post I talked about caffeine and its benefits for performance, and now let's talk about its "opposite": sleep! Sleep is one of the fundamental pillars of health and athletic performance, especially for...
Adequate nutrient intake in endurance athletes
Whether it's running marathons, swimming, cycling, or any other endurance sport, optimal performance requires more than just training and discipline. One fundamental pillar that is often neglected is nutrition! And through it, ensuring adequate nutrient...
Storing electrolytes
In today's post I'm going to explain a type of "load" (or training load) that is often neglected by athletes: hydration. But Gabi, why is hydration important? Let's go: Dehydration can negatively affect physical and...
Carbo loading 101
“ Carbo load ” is one of the most common nutritional tools, often used by athletes to improve performance. This involves adjusting your diet and physical activity levels to increase the amount of carbohydrates stored...