USA Triathlon

Metabolic Inefficiencies

Bob Seebohar Oct. 20, 2009

With the offseason just around the corner, I thought it would be important to discuss how you can improve your performance next year without training. 

Weight Loss in the Offseason: Don't Do It!

Bob Seebohar Oct. 12, 2009

Maybe your goal is to try to shed a few pounds. Or maybe weight loss is not a concern for you.

Nutrition Quackery

Bob Seebohar Oct. 06, 2009

I am contacted daily by athletes with questions about ergogenic aids/nutrition supplements and whether or not they do what they claim to do and if athletes should use them to enhance performance.

Iron Deficiency, Anemia and Performance

Bob Seebohar Sept. 28, 2009

Iron is an extremely important mineral for good health and performance.

The Endurance Athlete and Osteoporosis

Bob Seebohar Sept. 23, 2009

We have all heard that osteoporosis is a major concern in our society today.

Feeling Tired BCAAs and the Central Fatigue Hypothesis

Bob Seebohar Sept. 15, 2009

Fatigue during prolonged exercise has traditionally been associated with mechanisms that result in dysfunction of the contractile process with muscle.

The Power of Antioxidants

Bob Seebohar Sept. 04, 2009

It doesn’t matter whether you are in or entering your transition cycle, base training or still racing.

Carbohydrates Consumed During Exercise

Monique Ryan Aug. 31, 2009

You may carefully scrutinize the labels of popular sports drinks and gels, which can contain glucose, glucose polymers, maltodextrin, sucrose, fructose, and high fructose corn syrup as a carbohydrate source.

Gamma Linolenic Acid — A Little Goes a Long Way

Mary Dinehart-Perry MS, RD, LDN and Barry Sears, PhD Aug. 25, 2009

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are increasing popular in triathletes as a way to reduce pain and inflammation and improve recovery.

Race-Day Nutrition Tips

Monique Ryan Aug. 19, 2009

Whether you're a beginner or a veteran to the races, it's important to practice proper nutrition leading up to race day.