One of the most common questions we are asked is ‘what is the best type of protein’? Protein is available in a number of food sources and you will find a variety of protein supplements to choose from on the market. This week we delve into some of the science so you can understand which is the the right one for you.
Caffeine has been show to consistently improve exercise performance, and up until 2004 it was on WADA’s banned list. Although we think mostly of coffee, caffeine is found in many foods and beverages, and so monitoring and testing can be a problem. Caffeine is also metabolised at different rates in people, and so a simple…
Improving Your Mood with Natural Nutrition We all know that when you eat healthy food, you feel better. It seems logical that a diet of natural nutrition which is rich in fruit, vegetables and lean proteins will result in good physical and mental health, and studies have already shown this to be the case. Conversely,…
“If my child is playing sport, do they need a sports drink?” This is such a common question, and one which parents ask me regularly. Most parents have been warned about the health risks of soft drinks and energy drinks such as excess calorie consumption, dental decay and added stimulants. But when it comes to…
Studies are showing us that dehydration can affect your mood, brain function and performance. Basically, even mild dehydration can lead to lowered mood, increased fatigue and a decline in your ability to think clearly. Given that the human body is made up of 60% water, the daily consumption of water is essential for our survival.
Kona: Bindi’s Tips for the Big Island (yes, there is good coffee!)
It’s that time of year again, Kona time. For many people, Kona is the pinnacle of hours, days, months and years of training.
Touching down on the Big Island is akin to landing on hallowed ground, and the atmosphere is electric. I doubt anywhere in the world has such a concentration of fit, tanned, lycra-clad bodies in the world than Hawaii in October!
Supergreens and superfoods in general are getting plenty of media hype, and quite rightly so. Supergreen powders contain antioxidants, enzymes, and phytonutrients which pack a real nutritional punch. Let’s have a look at the benefits of supergreen powders and why they really do work to alleviate the physical stress of exercise.
Training for an endurance event? Your results on race day will rely on what you put in your mouth on a daily basis, just as much as your training workouts. There are so many new ideas, eating fads, diet experiments, and trusted old-fashioned approaches. How do you work out your own individualised sports nutrition strategy – the one that will reap results for you?
As pro athletes the world over compete in last-ditch efforts to accrue qualification points for the Ironman World Championships, we thought we’d talk a little about what it takes an age-grouper to hit the big island.
Now it’s time to look to the Gold Coast and the ITU World Championships, running from 11-14 September. We have our largest contingent of Australian athletes representing this fabulous country ever this year, and every one of us here at Bindi HQ is ready and waiting to cheer for you all!
A stunning location, the Gold Coast course promises excellent spectator value and fast times for both Sprint and Standard Distance events – there is nothing better than running up that blue carpet to the finish line.
