£1 A Day Challenge: Introduction
An introduction to the week ahead. Eating for £1 or less every day!
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Nutrition For The World Cup
With the 2018 FIFA World Cup now underway, I have already witnessed a number of players going down with cramp in their opening game which got me thinking why is this happening? This article will highlight the nutritional requirements of football players and some of the issues facing them. So what should teams/players be looking at to ensure they will perform at their best?
5 Important Nutrition Factors to Consider When Starting or Changing a Training Programme
I have seen on so many occasions, people starting out at the gym or starting a new training programme and not considering their nutritional requirements. A lot of people think they need to get a trolley load of supplements in order to achieve success when in actual fact this mind set could be causing you…
Avocado, Poached Egg and Tomato on Wholemeal Toast
Avocado, Poached Egg and Tomato on Wholemeal Toast It is important to remember to include healthy sources of fat in your diet as it is essential for many functions in the body including the absorption of a number of vitamins. This avocado recipe will provide you with a great source of good fat and is…
Nutrition When Injured
Nutrition When Injured Injury is an unfortunate factor that goes along with participation in sport. Whether professional or recreational, most of us will have experienced injury in some form or another which can force us out of training for a long period of time depending on the severity of it. What a lot of people…
What Does A Sports Nutritionist Do When Not Meeting Clients?
What Does A Sports Nutritionist Do When Not Meeting Clients? Many people believe that my job just involves meeting up and talking to clients about what they are eating but it is a lot more complicated and time consuming than that which is why I often discuss the issue of people giving out nutritional advice…
Falkirk Football Club
Falkirk Football Club I was contacted by Falkirk F.C to come in and carry out some workshops regarding the nutritional requirements for the play off games, the off season and for the pre season preparations. During the workshops I looked at the players food diaries and gave recommendations for their individual goals. I also carried…
EP Sports Consultancy
EP Sports Consultancy EP is a company specializing in progressing athletic performance. With the support of the backroom staff in the form of Psychologists, Sports Scientists, Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Fitness Coaches, Biomechanics Coaches and Physiotherapists One of my roles at EP was as a consultant, I engaged with and advised the parents of a…
Why Is McDonalds Partnership With A Professional Football Team A Bad Idea?
Why Is McDonalds Partnership With A Professional Football Team A Bad Idea? Recently, Falkirk FC started a partnership with McDonalds who will be supplying the first team with post-match recovery meals. Having previously worked with the first team at Falkirk Football Club providing nutritional advice as well as being a supporter of the club it…
Why Should You Pay Attention to the Salt Residue on Clothing After Exercise?
Why Should You Pay Attention to the Salt Residue on Clothing After Exercise? This situation may be familiar to you, or perhaps you know someone who always has white marks on their clothing and is vey wet with sweat after they workout. What does this mean and why is it important that you pay attention…
10 Alternatives to Protein Supplements
10 Alternatives to Protein Supplements There is no getting away from the fact the protein supplements market is massive! It is estimated that by 2017 the world will be spending a staggering £8bn on sport related protein products, such as bars, shakes and other drinks. I have said on a number of occasions that protein…
How Important is Iron in Sport
How Important is Iron in Sport What is it needed for? Transports oxygen in the blood and muscles Involved in energy release from cells Red blood cell production Immune system A lack of Iron in the body can reduce the amount of oxygen that can be delivered to tissues which will result in the capacity…