The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI)-based wearable tech is allowing sports medicine professionals to collect, analyze, and transmit real-time athlete data more accurately. Wearable tech, such as the everyday Apple...
As the sports landscape continues to evolve, so too does the list of prohibited substances and methods in competitive athletics. Staying informed is essential for athletes, coaches, and support staff...
Managing diabetes as an athlete or physically active individual can feel like running two races simultaneously. Aside from meeting demanding training schedules, athletes with type 1 diabetes (T1D) must develop...
Third-Party Certifications: Recognizing Safe Supplements
November 22, 20240
Performance and health go hand in hand, and the right supplements can make all the difference. But we’ve all walked into a nutrition store, faced with towering shelves of products...
Mental well-being is often overlooked in favor of performance, but it’s important to remember that mental health affects everyone, regardless of their circumstances, talents, and athletic achievements. In a recent...
Important Biomarkers to Watch for Female Athletes
September 19, 20240
It is recommended that female athletes get a blood test twice a year and to provide an oversight on key biomarkers that affect their health and performance. Athletes can request...
Creatine is widely recognized as one of the most effective ergogenic aids (a substance that enhances energy production) for improving performance and aiding in muscle recovery and growth. It’s important...
Testing for fair competition has seen significant advancements over the last few decades. World-class athletes undergo routine drug screenings through blood and urine tests. The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has...
The Future of Performance Nutrition in the Tour de France: Ketones and Sodium Bicarbonate
August 2, 20240
Each year, 176 cyclists compete in the most challenging race in professional cycling: the Tour de France. This 21-stage race covers roughly 2,200 miles, with cyclists biking around 100 miles...
When you think of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), substances like testosterone and anabolic steroids likely come to mind. However, cannabis products have also faced scrutiny and negative stigma in the world...