DEEKA Performance Blog!
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Best Nutrition Strategies for Rapid Recovery.
Best nutrition strategies to help with rapid, acute recovery. This blog first looks at what is considered “good recovery”, and then details the nutrition interventions which can assist this.
How Separating Data & Emotion Can Help You “Feel” Better.
How separating data and emotion can help you “feel” better. This blog looks at how an over-reliance on data can lead to a detachment to emotion. We explore some practical tips on how to become more in-tune with your emotions, and how this will help to reach your potential.
Mountain Bike World Championships Selection.
Mountain bike World Championships selection! A short blog by Sophie on her journey to GB selection!
Fuelling Performance Through a “Food First” Approach.
Fuelling performance through a “food first” approach, explores why a balanced diet should form the foundation to any athletes nutrition. We look at the allure of supplements, the potential pitfalls of relying on them, and how we should not ignore nourishing, fresh food to achieve athletic success.
Training Muscular Endurance Through Low Cadence.
Training muscular endurance through low cadence intervals. This blog explores why longer intervals at low cadence are beneficial, and should be incorporated into any cyclists training.
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.
The Power of Bespoke Training!
The power of bespoke training. A blog looking at why personalised training plans are so important. Referencing not only the differences between individuals, but how bespoke plans can improve the coach-athlete relationship and help an athlete reach their potential.
What Causes “Leaky Gut”, and How Does it Impact Performance?
What causes leaky gut, and how does it impact performance. A blog which explores the factors which contribute towards this unfortunate condition, and more importantly looks at a number of tips which athletes can implement to combat “leaky gut” and prevent it happening again.
The Importance of Recovery Rides!
The importance of recovery rides. This blog explores that although data is a valuable tool in progression, it can sometimes detract from recovery, and the joy of the sport. Learn the importance of recovery rides, and how to execute the “perfect” rest day experience!
Multi-transportable Carbohydrates (Part 2). Why They Enhance Performance.
Multi-transportable carbohydrates, and why they enhance performance. In this blog we explore how multi-transportable carbohydrates can enhance performance, and the benefits for using them during endurance exercise.
What is Aerobic Decoupling, and Why is it a Crucial Metric For Training?
What is aerobic decoupling, and why is it a crucial metric for training. Explaining in detail what aerobic decoupling is, how to calculate it, and how to interpret the data. Why it is a powerful metric to look at for endurance training.
What Are Multi-transportable Carbohydrates?
What are multi- transportable carbohydrates? Exploring how different carbohydrates are absorbed into the blood stream, and how utilising different transporters enables athletes to absorb greater quantities.
Why It Is Important To Train With HR Zones & Power Meters.
Why it is important to train with heart rate zones, and a power meter. Exploring ideas on why each one is a valuable tool in it’s own right, but when used together can help an athlete reach their full potential.
Are Antioxidants Really Needed After Exercise?
Are antioxidants really needed after exercise? This explores new research suggesting that large quantities of antioxidants can disrupt the bodies natural adaption process.
