Training for a marathon can be really hard. Bupa sports dietitian, Nick Green, has some tips on your pre-marathon diet that can help you race across that finish line. Diet is often an afterthought to all the physical, mental, and logistical concerns a […]
Posted on September 25, 2022
After you’ve reached a fitness goal, it may be hard to find that same motivation. As the excitement of achieving a fitness milestone wears off, try these tips for getting out of your post-event slump. In the lead-up to a […]
Posted on September 24, 2022
Dietitian Nick Green explains what you need to eat before, during and after a sporting activity so you can make sure you have the right fuel to perform and recover. Are you stepping up to ride in Around the Bay […]
Posted on September 23, 2022
When training for a marathon, you might encounter some unusual terms. Bupa sports dietitian, Nick Green, explores the mystery of ‘the wall’ and provides some tips for how to overcome it. ‘The wall’ is part physiological, part mental, and it […]
Posted on September 22, 2022
When you’re preparing for a long-distance sports event – whether it’s running, cycling or a triathlon – you want to reach peak performance on race day. One way you can do this is through a process called tapering. Tapering involves […]
Posted on September 21, 2022
Nothing is more frustrating than an injury, especially when you live an active lifestyle. Most of the time however, getting injured isn’t really the problem. It’s the recovery time that busy individuals and everyday athletes find the most challenging. While […]
Posted on September 20, 2022
‘Why a great cup of coffee increases running performance’ We’re not going to sit here and tell you how great coffee is, because, let’s face it, you already know. But did you know that the humble cup of coffee offers […]
Posted on September 19, 2022
Those runners who complete 10 Melbourne Marathons or more in their lifetime become members of the distinguished “Spartan” cub, but there has been a gradually dwindling group of “Legend” marathoners who can lay claim to having completed all 44 events […]
Posted on September 19, 2022
In Melbourne for the weekend? The city is packed with things to do, see and experience. Head to What’s On Melbourne to find out more. What’s Free in Melbourne This Month Gone a bit too hard on the wallet lately? […]
Posted on September 7, 2022
The Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival is Australia’s premier Marathon event and largest running festival. There are five event distances to choose from all ending with a lap of the colossal MCG, so there really is a distance for everyone, no matter your […]
Posted on September 2, 2022
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