Sports Science
Get Real Energy by Fueling With Carbohydrates
Want to take your workout to the next level? Try pre-fueling with carbohydrates. When you fuel up with energy drinks that are loaded with supplements, additives and caffeine, you [...]
The Ultimate Pre-Game Fueling Menu
As an athlete, you should aim to eat at least three to four hours before competition. This helps you fill up your glycogen stores—which your body uses for energy—without making [...]
How Dehydration Impairs Sports Performance
Winning a game often comes down to the final seconds, when a clutch play determines the outcome. To make split-second decisions, athletes must be able to react quickly—which is one [...]
One Change Female Swimmers Should Make to the Breaststroke
The major difference between women's and men's breaststroke is buoyancy. (See Olympic Breaststroke Techniques.) It may seem insignificant, but this slight contrast affects bodyline, breathing and timing—all essential keys for success in [...]
Von Miller and Eli Manning Predict the Super Bowl
STACK couldn't resist asking Von Miller for his Super Bowl XLVII pick when we caught up with the Broncos linebacker at this year's Madden Bowl. Is he cheering for AFC [...]
Protect Yourself With Battle Sports Science Gear
Both athletes and their parents are aware of the inherent health risks of sports participation. Even with onsite trainers, involved parents and smart game-time decisions, accidents do happen. Reduce the [...]
Volleyball Duo Misty May-Treanor & Kerri Walsh Train for a Three-Peat in London
Two Olympic gold medals are not enough for beach volleyball superstars Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh. They are currently gearing up to capture their third gold at the 2012 London [...]
Sports Drinks for Athletes: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Today’s athletes are overwhelmed with advice about pre-workout supplements, recovery formulas and sports beverages promising a better performance. The trouble comes from deciphering complicated ingredient labels to decide which fuel is [...]
Ask the Experts: Should I Eat Carbs?
Q: Should I eat carbs? A: Absolutely. As an athlete, you not only need carbs, you need a lot of them. Carbs are your body's main source of fuel throughout [...]
Ask the Experts: How Should I Eat in the Off-Season?
Q: How should I be eating once my season ends? A: The main principles of a well-balanced diet for an athlete apply in all seasons, but there are some key [...]