Exercise

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Ask the experts: Sports drinks

Q: "I go to the gym. Do I need a sports drink during...

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Ask the experts: Food for exercise

Q: " I am finding that after I do a workout I am...

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Ask the experts: Managing Ramadan when you’re training

Q: "As you know, for the month of Ramadan, Muslims don't eat or...

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Ask the experts: Protein bars vs muesli bars

Q: "Is a protein bar better for me than a muesli bar? Will...

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Ask the experts: Food and exercise

Q: "Does eating before, during and/or after exercise affect your training or competition...

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Ask the experts: Dinner and exercise

Q: "Growing up, I was regularly told of the importance of eating breakfast,...

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Ask the experts: Food for active teens

Q: "I have a 16-year-old daughter who is 175cm tall and weighs just...

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Ask the experts: Exercise nutrition

HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull answers your questions. Q: I exercise intensely every morning before...

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Guide to sports drinks

Sports drinks were developed to help athletes doing high-intensity exercise stay hydrated. There are...

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Five common food mistakes for exercisers

Are the foods you’re eating complementing your exercise efforts? HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull...

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What’s best: Exercising before or after eating?

Exercising demands fuel. The amount and type of fuel your body burns depends...

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Weight training: Do you need protein shakes and bars?

Protein shakes and protein bars are a common sight amongst body builders. But...

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Snacking and exercise

If you are exercising for long periods of time, choosing the right snacks...

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Hydration for exercise

Water, sports drinks, 'energy' drinks and coffee - which is best for improving...

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Calcium and exercise

If you exercise most days, a diet with adequate calcium is very important...

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Athletes need more protein

Most Kiwis get enough protein in their diets, but how much more do...

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Common exercise problems

Many people get cramps in their calves or feel sick after an intense...

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Does alcohol adversely affect training?

Drinking a small amount of alcohol occasionally when you are training at a...

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