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Nutrition and Training Articles — triathlon supplements
Build Your Perfect Supplement Stack for Recovery and Performance 💪
When it comes to maximising your recovery and performance, it’s not just about using the right supplements, it’s about using them together in the most effective way possible. That’s where stacking comes in. At ICON Nutrition, we’ve crafted each of our products to work beautifully on its own but even better when stacked with complementary products. In this guide, we’ll explore the essentials of stacking and provide stack recommendations to support a variety of fitness goals, from all-around recovery to endurance and strength. Why Stacking Supplements Works Stacking supplements means combining complementary products that work together to enhance results. Think...
The Best Ways to Recover After an Intense Workout
Pushing your limits during a workout feels great, but how you recover afterward is just as important for achieving your fitness goals. A solid recovery routine can help reduce muscle soreness, prevent injury, and improve overall performance. Let’s dive into the best strategies to support your post-workout recovery. 1. Priorities Post-Workout Nutrition: Your muscles need the right nutrients to repair and rebuild after exercise. Focusing on the following can enhance your recovery: Protein for Muscle Repair: Aim for 20-30g of high-quality protein after your workout. This could be a protein shake or lean sources like chicken, fish, or eggs. Carbs...
The Top 3 Supplements for the Ironman
The Ironman is a 17-hour long endurance triathlon event originally held in Hawaii by the Ironman organization but now takes place worldwide. There are many triathlon events that are the Ironman distance that are marketed under different names. The Ironman distance is an amazing challenge that will push your body to its limits. The distance alone—a whopping 140.6 miles is enough to make the average athlete quiver in their trainers. But to complete a triathlon of this distance, the complexity of performing in three different disciplines means you had better get your ducks in order if you want to perform...
The Top 3 Supplements for Triathlon
A triathlon is a demanding multi-disciplinary sport that requires a lot of dedication and effort. Great skill in swimming, cycling and pacing the run need to be combined to make one beast of an athlete to compete in this sport. Considering the varied demands placed upon your body it just makes sense to get on top of your supplement game and ensure that your body has the correct fuel to bring out the best performance possible. Let me give you the best bang for your buck supplements that you should consume for the best results: High-Quality Whey Protein Contrary to...