Robin riding a mountain bike on DEEKA ELEVATE 2025 camp, on dirt trail in a grassy field, wearing a blue helmet and sunglasses.

Sophie Johnson, DEEKA cycling & Nutrition coach racing the HERO Dolomites on a dirt trail in a forest, wearing a white helmet, sunglasses, and a white jersey with logos, riding a black mountain bike with the number 61 on the front.

Joe riding a gravel bike bike on a dirt trail through a forest with tall pine trees and a cloudy sky, during DEEKA Elevate camp 2025.

British Gravel National Champs 2026, Age Group 45-49, James Parker DEEKA coach on the front.

DEEKA Performance Blog!

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What Determines a Protein’s “Quality”?

Understanding what determines the quality of protein, and the types of foods which are deemed “high quality”. This blog also looks at why a high quality protein is important to stimulate muscle protein synthesis, and how this can help an athlete achieve their potential.