Why This Recipe Works for Athletes Salmon is one of the most complete recovery foods available — rich in protein, anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, and B vitamins that support energy metabolism. This Mediterranean bowl pairs it with wholegrains and fresh vegetables to create a nutrient-dense dinner that supports muscle repair, reduces post-training inflammation, and provides…
Why This Recipe Works for Athletes After a hard training session, your muscles need protein to repair and carbohydrates to replenish glycogen stores. This chicken and rice bowl delivers both in a simple, satisfying meal that takes under 30 minutes to prepare. The lean protein from chicken breast supports muscle synthesis, while white rice provides…
Why This Recipe Works for Athletes This salmon and broccoli recovery dinner delivers a powerful combination of omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation, high-quality protein to rebuild muscle tissue, and complex carbohydrates to replenish glycogen stores. It is best eaten within 2 hours of a hard training session when your muscles are most receptive to…
Why This Recipe Works for Athletes This burrito bowl is a high-carbohydrate, high-fibre lunch that sustains energy levels through an afternoon training session without causing the energy spike and crash of simpler carb sources. The combination of sweet potato (slow-release carbs), black beans (protein and fibre), and brown rice delivers a broad nutritional profile that…
Why This Recipe Works for Athletes A chicken stir-fry with noodles is the ideal carb-loading dinner for the night before an Olympic distance or 70.3 race. Egg noodles or rice noodles provide fast-digesting carbohydrates to top up glycogen stores, while chicken breast delivers the lean protein needed for muscle repair without the heaviness of a…
Why This Recipe Works for Athletes Energy balls are one of the most practical fuelling options for triathletes: portable, no cooking required, no foil wrappers to wrestle with mid-ride, and entirely customisable to your taste. Made with dates, oats, and nut butter, these deliver a mix of quickly available sugars and slower-digesting carbohydrates — ideal…
Why This Recipe Works for Athletes The night before a triathlon, your goal is to top up muscle glycogen without overloading your digestive system. This salmon and rice bowl delivers a high-carbohydrate base through Japanese sushi rice, moderate protein through grilled salmon, and minimal fat and fibre to keep digestion smooth and settled overnight. It’s…
These protein pancakes deliver approximately 25g of protein per serving whilst providing sustained energy for morning training sessions. They’re quick to prepare, genuinely tasty, and far more satisfying than standard pancakes that leave you hungry an hour later. Ingredients (Makes 2 Servings) 100g rolled oats 2 ripe bananas 3 large eggs 30g vanilla protein powder…
The classic pre-race dinner. Simple, reliable, and easy on the stomach. Have this the evening before race day to top up your glycogen stores without any digestive surprises. Ingredients (Serves 2) 200g pasta (penne or fusilli work well) 1 tin (400g) chopped tomatoes 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon dried oregano…
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