6 08, 2019

Quinoa and Zucchini Patties with Minty Yoghurt

By |2021-02-16T11:18:16+11:00August 6th, 2019|nutrition|0 Comments

Vegetarian, Gluten-free These patties were delicious as a mid-week dinner served with a salad or roast vegetables, but would also make a tasty snack. These little beauties are just packed full of good nutrition. Not only are they an excellent source of protein (containing 10 g per patty), they are super high in calcium and [...]

24 04, 2019

Diet and the immune system.

By |2021-02-16T11:18:26+11:00April 24th, 2019|nutrition, Uncategorised|0 Comments

Athletes are more susceptible to respiratory infections such as the common cold, particularly during a heavy training period or leading into competition. With UTA just around the corner, here are some timely tips to stay healthy and limit your risk of infection at this key time.   Our immune system is an extraordinary system that [...]

19 02, 2019

Fuelling the long run

By |2021-02-16T11:18:26+11:00February 19th, 2019|nutrition|0 Comments

It’s that time of year with some super exciting ultramarathons coming up –Six Foot Track and UTA are just a couple of goodies! Whether it is your first ultramarathon, or you’ve been an ultra-runner for some time now, now is the time to consider how you are going to fuel any upcoming events. Actually, there [...]

4 04, 2017

Corny cheese balls – a long run fuel option

By |2021-02-16T11:18:35+11:00April 4th, 2017|nutrition|0 Comments

I’ve been testing out some new savoury flavours for rice balls – a real food option to eat whilst running. I tried a glutinous rice (where previously I’ve used Calrose) to see whether it produced a better consistency. I think it did! These turned out to be very moist, sticky and pretty darn delicious! Ingredients [...]

2 09, 2016

What To Eat When Training Load Is High

By |2021-02-16T11:18:45+11:00September 2nd, 2016|nutrition, training, Uncategorised|0 Comments

Athletes with a high training load will consequently have a high energy budget. Your ‘energy budget’ is the amount of energy you need to fulfil your training and recovery needs, as well as to maintain optimal physiological function and support any gains in mass associated with that training. Naturally, your energy budget will be higher [...]

14 06, 2016

Fuelling alternatives: Homemade ‘Gels’ by Sophie Brown

By |2021-02-16T11:18:46+11:00June 14th, 2016|nutrition, race nutrition, Uncategorised|0 Comments

I am often asked about alternatives to gels. Some are after a more natural or ‘real’ food product, whilst others dislike the thick, sticky consistency of a gel and may struggle getting it down. Many are adverse to the sweetness of gels, which can become particularly sickly in longer events, after taking them hour after [...]

31 05, 2016

Nutrition for Runners: Introducing Sophie Brown

By |2021-02-16T11:18:46+11:00May 31st, 2016|nutrition|1 Comment

Today we introduce the newest member of our RMA family and writing team, Sophie Brown. Sophie is an experienced and accredited Running Dietitian and Exercise Physiologist, hails from Sydney where she works at her business Energise and Exercise, and in her spare time excels on the trails!. We are excited to have Sophie on board  [...]

29 02, 2016

Food for thought…and performance – by Jessica Trengove

By |2021-02-16T11:18:46+11:00February 29th, 2016|nutrition, post-race nutrition, pre-race nutrition, race nutrition|0 Comments

I love the special buzz that comes with an Olympic year and I can’t believe that the Rio Olympic Games are now only 6 months away! Having recently returned from a three-week training stint at Falls Creek with crowds of runners, I am really looking forward to the season ahead. The incredible results and Aussie [...]

4 11, 2015

Race Week Nutrition

By |2021-02-16T11:18:49+11:00November 4th, 2015|nutrition, race nutrition, race tips|0 Comments

As I enter the taper period for my fourth marathon I thought I would write down how to carb-load successfully.  I remember all too clearly the feeling of hitting the “wall” from my first half marathon where I just wanted to lie down and have a nap at the 17k mark.  Fast-forward 12 more half [...]

25 06, 2015

The beginners guide to running nutrition

By |2021-02-16T11:18:50+11:00June 25th, 2015|nutrition, post-race nutrition, pre-race nutrition, race day|0 Comments

One of the questions that pops up periodically on RMA from those new to running or extending their distances, is “What do I need to eat to power my running, and when do I need to start fuelling mid-run”?  This question is a great starting point for the first of the RMA nutrition blogs, and [...]

15 09, 2014

Simple green smoothie

By |2021-02-16T11:18:55+11:00September 15th, 2014|giveaway, nutrition, post-race nutrition, pre-race nutrition, Recipes|2 Comments

Everyone loves a green smoothie right? Well I know I do! After a while you will work out what combinations work for you and what don't. A green smoothie is a great way to pack in all those good nutrients and antioxidants that your body needs and a good source of much needed vitamins for [...]

31 07, 2014

NUUN Hydration review

By |2021-02-16T11:18:56+11:00July 31st, 2014|Drinks, nutrition, post-race nutrition, pre-race nutrition, training|1 Comment

As runners we must pay particular attention to our hydration. Hours and hours on the track, especially training for a marathon can leave your body dehydrated and exhausted. It is important to hydrate before, during and after any form of exercise and with long distance running in particular it is important to make sure that [...]