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The Best Electrolyte Powders for Endurance Athletes
What's the best electrolyte powder for endurance athletes? It depends — on how long you're out, how much you sweat, and whether you want your bottle to carry carbs or just electrolytes. This guide breaks down the science, compares top options across sodium levels and use cases, and helps you find the right fit.
My Trick To Keep Your Bottle Cold for Hours
One of the key elements of summer training is keeping yourself hydrated and cool. Two things that make or break a good day. We've got some tricks to help you keep your bottles colder longer.
The $36 Workout: What Your Gels Are Really Costing You
After one of my recent workouts, I figured that it cost me $36 in product. That's not reasonable. Here's how to plan your next workout so you can still fuel high-carb and not break the bank.
Every Athlete Needs An Armband Heart Rate Monitor
When the armband heart rate monitor emerged, it started to change the game for data tracking and training theory. Here's why you should switch to an armband for heart rate tracking and how to use that info to train better.
The Best Caffeinated Energy Chews for Endurance Athletes
Fueling with energy chews gives you more control: smaller doses, easier to rotate flavors, and optional caffeine exactly when you need it. This guide breaks down how they work, which ones are worth carrying, and how to pick the right one for your next long day.
Don't Let The Heat Get To Your Head
Heat doesn't just make training and racing uncomfortable — it actively slows you down. Understanding why is the first step to doing something about it and performing under that stress.
Your Sleep Isn't Broken, It's Your Cortisol
When it comes to health and performance, sleep is the number one thing we can benefit from. However, if you are struggling to get the consistent quality you need and have tried "all the things", it just might be your cortisol.
How to Stop Cramping
Cramping is one of those problems where the science and real-world experience of athletes don't really align. David Roche has spent the better part of a decade trying to understand them. Here's what he knows about cramps and how to stop them.