Following previous post about the Scandinavian Dissociated Diet, the video of Mary Cain on the New-York Times, it is important to ensure you have the correct diet. Atheltes have a good diet and blood tests are important to monitor we integrate well. Being slim is an advantage in our sport, but low fat is dangerous. It is important to keep all the vitamins, salts, nutrients to ensure you keep a healthy body.
The game changers
There is a documentary on Netflix at the moment: “The Game Changers“, which promote Vegan Diet.
Many video on YouTube will be more challenging about the diet presented in the documentary:
This video promote the company who provide blood tests, but has an interesting point.
Blood check
The professional runner, Sage Canaday, did not perform well at the beginning of 2019. High mileage reduced his testosterone level. With a blood test, he was able to understand the root cause of his pour performances.
Conclusion
In conclusion, with the marathon season finishing, the arrival of winter, shorter days (especially in Ireland : low vitamin D), it is important to rest, then re-start the training with explosive sessions, including Strength and Conditioning and speed. Regular blood tests are needed to ensure your diet meet your needs.