Normally I like to do these at the beginning of the year and not halfway through it, but somehow they completely skipped my mind! So, before we get too much further into the year (or let it pass by completely), let’s look at what research has been added for the various supplements I’ve covered here […]
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An In-Depth Look at Energy Metabolism: Part I
One thing I’ve noticed across the years is that the better someone understands the basic science about a topic, the less likely they are to have pseudoscientific beliefs on it. It’s just like anything else, I suppose; your skill at the basic movements found in a sport is a good predictor of your overall ability […]
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Supplement Updates 2017
Scientific research is ever-expanding. When I write my supplement guides, I can only reference the research that has been completed; new research will always add to the picture. Most of the time, this research simply adds to the consensus. If nothing changes except the overall strength of the consensus, it’s not worth updating each individual guide. […]
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How to Do a Vegan or Vegetarian Diet Right (as an Athlete)
Perhaps it’s the earth consciousness of the prototypical climber, but vegan and vegetarian diets seem to be more popular than normal in climbing circles. There are a number of famous vegetarian and vegan climbers, such as Steph Davis and Alex Honnold, and their public commitment to these animal-friendly diets only increases such diets’ popularity further. […]
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Reader Questions #4
Time for more Reader Questions! In this installment, I answer questions regarding: The Role of Carbohydrates During Climbing (Energy Systems) Big Picture Protein Intake Creatine Cessation and Strength/Power Question #1: The Role of Carbohydrates During Climbing (Energy Systems) I recently come across one of your articles about the effects of anxiety on climbing performance and […]
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