Ask the experts: Sports drinks
Q: "I go to the gym. Do I need a sports drink during...
Ask the experts: Food for exercise
Q: " I am finding that after I do a workout I am...
Ask the experts: Managing Ramadan when you’re training
Q: "As you know, for the month of Ramadan, Muslims don't eat or...
Ask the experts: Protein bars vs muesli bars
Q: "Is a protein bar better for me than a muesli bar? Will...
Ask the experts: Food and exercise
Q: "Does eating before, during and/or after exercise affect your training or competition...
Ask the experts: Dinner and exercise
Q: "Growing up, I was regularly told of the importance of eating breakfast,...
Ask the experts: Food for active teens
Q: "I have a 16-year-old daughter who is 175cm tall and weighs just...
Ask the experts: Exercise nutrition
HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull answers your questions.
Q: I exercise intensely every morning before...
Guide to sports drinks
Sports drinks were developed to help athletes doing high-intensity exercise stay hydrated.
There are...
Five common food mistakes for exercisers
Are the foods you’re eating complementing your exercise efforts? HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull...
What’s best: Exercising before or after eating?
Exercising demands fuel. The amount and type of fuel your body burns depends...
Weight training: Do you need protein shakes and bars?
Protein shakes and protein bars are a common sight amongst body builders. But...
Snacking and exercise
If you are exercising for long periods of time, choosing the right snacks...
Hydration for exercise
Water, sports drinks, 'energy' drinks and coffee - which is best for improving...
Calcium and exercise
If you exercise most days, a diet with adequate calcium is very important...
Athletes need more protein
Most Kiwis get enough protein in their diets, but how much more do...
Common exercise problems
Many people get cramps in their calves or feel sick after an intense...
Does alcohol adversely affect training?
Drinking a small amount of alcohol occasionally when you are training at a...