Posts in “Running”
The sprint protocol that will help you burn fat
Recent research is beginning to indicate that using decreasing distance sprint protocols will effectively produce a significant anabolic response for body composition goals. The research indicates that all is needed is a few all out sprint efforts, the greatest protocol to reduce body fat is detailed below: Sprint 400m- Rest 4 minutes Sprint 300m- Rest3 […]
Read articleDon’t fear eggs- eggs don’t negatively affect cholesterol
Research has shown that eggs as part of a low carbohydrate diet can help you lose fat, improve cholesterol and decrease inflammation despite what folk law would have you believe. Research has shown that the macronutrient carbohydrate actually causes more inflammation, elevates triglyceride levels more profoundly and subsequently elevates bad LDL cholesterol. This becomes even […]
Read articleVitamin C and recovery
Vitamin C and recovery Most people are aware that Vitamin C is excellent at providing immune protection, however new research is highlighting some other great uses for this super vitamin, including: The reduction in cortisol levels following intensive training Minimizing the catabolic stress response and thus promoting anabolism Effective doses have been shown to fluctuate […]
Read articleImproving Your 10k Time
Here is a blog from Mr Baird about improving your 10k time, quite appropriate with the Abbey Dash only a few months away!! Improving Your 10k Time Once upon a time I used to love running, well providing I didn’t have to go over 400m I was a happy man. A massive chunk of the […]
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