I discovered the value of magnesium a few years ago when one of my experienced swimming friends suggested that I take it for cramps that I was experiencing in my calf muscles towards the latter part of my swim training sessions. I went and bought some magnesium tables and, yes!  They actually seemed to work. While I don't swallow vitamin supplements religiously, I tend to take magnesium tablets when my training load is getting quite high, especially when I am increasing my distance...

According to recent research out of The Ohio State University, endurance athletes who 'go against the grain' are incredible fat burners. The common practice of consuming a heavy carbohydrate meal before your long run or bike in order to perform your best is being challenged by new scientific data. Eating fats and protein leading into your event can be an effective way to double your fuel efficiency. Fats provide 9 calories per gram of fuel compared with carbohydrates which provide 4...