Make up: Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT’s) are a type of fatty acid. Like all fatty acids, MCT’s contain a glycerol backbone with three fatty acids attached. Unlike long-chain triglycerides the MCT fatty acids are medium in length. Because of these shorter chains, the fatty acids are easier to break down to use as an energy […]
Intro Beta-Alanine has been a staple of endurance and strength athletes for over a decade. We first introduced this naturally occurring amino acid in 2007 with the introduction of OptygenHP. Since that time, study after study has proved this nutrient to be highly beneficial for endurance and power sports. A newly published 2017 meta-analysis reviewed […]
Plant-based diets and athletic performance The past few years, plant-based diets have gained in popularity. They are recommended in various weight management programs and they are the choice of environmentally conscious individuals, animal right supporters and various religious practices. Plant-based diets are also the choice for many professional and amateur athletes alike. Despite the initial […]
By Eric Heiden, M.D. Training and racing at altitude can be better handled if certain dietary concerns are addressed. This article will focus on the requirements for athletes exposed to altitudes between 1500 and 3500 meters, what most would consider moderate altitude. These moderately high altitudes are probably much more frequently encountered by athletes in […]
At First Endurance we believe the best way to test new products is to put them in the hands of our sponsored athletes. Here is some of the feedback on our new EVO1 Vegan Meal Replacement. I love both flavors of EVO1! They mix easily, taste great and really make me feel satiated. Mixing […]
In winning IRONMAN Texas, Matt Hanson regained his title to become the 2017 North American IRONMAN champion, set a new course record and posted the fastest IRONMAN time ever by an American. Previously winning the race and holding the title in 2015, Hanson returned to the course last year with similar goals but fell short […]
“EFS Pro, was developed specifically for racing at the highest level, but that doesn’t mean we all can’t benefit from it. First Endurance research led to a surprising discovery—most mixes lack anywhere near enough electrolytes for a long day on the rivet. The result is a formula that can deliver up to 1,866 milligrams […]
Although he teamed up in January with XTERRA rival Braden Currie to win an early season adventure race in New Zealand, XTERRA Costa Rica was Josiah Middaugh’s first triathlon on his 2017 schedule. In the preceding three years, Middaugh walked away with 2nd place finishes at the XTERRA Costa Rica event but this year Middaugh […]
Updated March 28, 2017 It has been 3 years since we first released the discussion on the effects of Vitamin C and E on endurance capacity and performance. At that time, this was a relatively “young” concept and went against the norm. In situations involving a controversial discovery such as this, it is important to continue […]
