Essendon Football Club Teams Up with SiS The Essendon Football Club, affectionately known as the Bombers, is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking 3-year sponsorship partnership with Science in Sport (SiS), a leading brand in sports nutrition. This collaboration marks a significant step in the club's commitment to excellence, both on and off the field. SiS: Pioneers in Sports Nutrition A Legacy of Excellence Trusted Expertise: With about 30 years of experience, SiS specialises in energy,…

SIS - Which Gel & when?

With multiple types of energy gels to choose from, we commonly get asked what type of energy gel you should use and when? So to help, we’ve put together an overview of the different types of energy gels available and when is best to use each during training or competition. SIS GO ISOTONIC ENERGY GEL Our GO Isotonic Energy Gel is simply 22g of carbohydrate from our selected source of maltodextrin. This creates an isotonic formula, which causes minimal stomach discomfort during exercise, but with…

Mastering Energy Gels: Timing and Selection for Peak Performance

Understanding when and which energy gel to use can significantly impact your athletic performance. Energy gels are designed to be a convenient source of energy that can be quickly absorbed by your body during various types of physical activity. Let's dive into the specifics of each type of gel and their optimal usage to help you fuel your body effectively. SiS GO Isotonic Energy Gel: The Foundation of Endurance Fueling The SiS GO Isotonic Energy Gel is a staple for endurance athletes. It…

Introducing Performance Solutions: Revolutionising Sports Nutrition

The Critical Role of Nutrition in Elite Sports In the world of elite sports, where unpredictability reigns, nutrition emerges as a key controllable factor. James Morton, Director of Performance Solutions at Science in Sport (SiS), emphasises that nutrition is not just a supplement to training; it's a cornerstone of athletic success. From enhancing training adaptations to fueling winning performances, nutrition can be the deciding factor between victory and defeat. The Science Behind Winning…

Fuelling the INEOS Grenadiers: Dylan van Baarle's Nutritional Strategy

The Crucial Role of Nutrition in Elite Cycling Dylan van Baarle, a prominent figure in the INEOS Grenadiers cycling team, understands the importance of meticulous nutrition in the demanding world of professional cycling. At 29 years old and standing 1.87 metres tall, this Dutch cyclist emphasises the need for constant attention to nutritional intake to maintain energy levels for both training and racing. A Day in the Diet of a Professional Cyclist Race Day Nutrition Breakfast: Dylan starts his…

Fuelling the INEOS Grenadiers: Jonathan Castroviejo's Race Day Nutrition

Meet Jonathan Castroviejo Age: 35 Height: 1.71 m (5 ft 7 in) Nationality: Spanish Pre-Race Diet: A Carbohydrate-Rich Strategy Jonathan Castroviejo, a seasoned cyclist with the INEOS Grenadiers, emphasises the importance of a carbohydrate-rich diet on race day. His go-to meal includes porridge and rice, ensuring a steady supply of energy. Protein isn't overlooked either; meat or fish is a staple in his diet for optimal recovery. And for a post-race treat? Chocolate is his pick for a sweet…

Recovering Like the Swans: AFL Pre-Season and Game Day Nutrition Strategy

Optimising Pre-Season Recovery in AFL The AFL pre-season is a rigorous period of speed, endurance, and strength training, demanding a strategic recovery approach. Players undergo five consecutive days of training, each with a tailored recovery protocol, followed by two days dedicated to recovery. High-intensity running days and double sessions necessitate a blend of protein and carbohydrates for muscle refuelling and repair. SiS REGO Recovery is a go-to choice for these needs. Protein's role…

Fuelling for AFL: Optimize Your Game Day Performance

Aussie Rules Football is a sport that demands everything from speed and endurance to strategy and teamwork. But what fuels these diverse needs? The right nutrition strategy can make a significant difference in your AFL performance. Here's how to power your play and recovery with the science-backed approach of Science in Sport Nutrition. Understanding AFL Players' Dietary Needs AFL is not just a game of goals; it's a battle of nutrition and endurance. Midfielders may run up to 15km per match,…

Mastering Hydration: Secrets for Optimal Performance

The Critical Role of Hydration in Exercise During intense physical activity, our bodies can lose up to 2 litres of sweat per hour, depending on individual sweat rates and environmental conditions. This sweat isn't just water; it's packed with vital electrolytes like sodium, calcium, and magnesium, crucial for hydration and regulating nerve and muscle function. SiS Hydro Tablets are formulated to replenish these essential electrolytes, helping maintain hydration during exercise. The Risks of…

SIS - Recovering like the Swans

Pre-Season Recovery The AFL pre-season is characterised by high volumes of speed, endurance & strength training. The players train for five straight days, followed by two recovery days. Each training session has a slightly different recovery protocol. High running days and “double session” days require a combination of protein and carbohydrates to both refuel the muscles and start the repair process; for this, SiS REGO Recovery is utilised. Protein is an essential nutrient for athletes…

SIS - AFL and energy

AFL is a unique sport in that it employs multiple physiological components (i.e. strength, power, endurance) in relatively equal weighting. That said, the energy requirements of an AFL player widely vary due to factors such as: the position and size of the player, demands of the training session and match-day fuelling needs. AFL players have high to very high daily energy expenditure. These athletes require substantial volumes of fuel around training and matches, predominantly in the form of…

New to SiS: Optimal Nutrition for Peak Performance

Embark on a Journey of Scientifically-Driven Sports Nutrition At Science in Sport (SiS), we're not just about creating sports nutrition products; we're about pushing the boundaries of science and nutrition to enhance your performance. Collaborating closely with elite athletes across various disciplines, our goal is to be the undisputed leader in endurance nutrition. Achieving the status of the world's number one endurance nutrition brand requires more than just ambition. It demands world-class…

SIS - Fuelling for AFL

AFL football takes a lot out of the body, from the toll of physical contact to depleting energy stores. The physiological demand of AFL players is position specific, with midfield players covering 12-15km each match and defenders needing to be strong and powerful to match the opposition, requiring shorter bursts of sprinting and anaerobic activities. This makes nutrition an important factor to AFL performance, with a player relying on a variety of foods to maximize performance. Typically, an…

SIS - Hydrating in the Summer months

INCREASED ENVIRONMENTAL TEMPERATURE The increased summer temperatures make hydration strategies significantly more important. Higher environmental temperatures place greater stress on the body during exercise causing increased sweat rates. If higher sweat rates are combined with incorrect fuelling strategies then the risk of dehydration is dramatically increased. Although sweating is a great mechanism for cooling the body down, fluid loss equating to > 2 % body mass (1.4 kg in a 70 kg person)…

SIS - Fuelling for game day

GAME DAY -1 The day prior to the game, the midfielders increase their carbohydrate intake to ‘carbohydrate loading’ levels. They achieve this by consuming 8-10g of carbohydrate for every kilogram of bodyweight over the course of the day. Ideally, they are consuming a meal or snack every two hours to meet these increased requirements. Up to twenty-four hours pre-game, the carbohydrates consumed are of low to moderate glycaemic index. After this they switch almost exclusively to high glycaemic…

SIS - The importance of hydration

During moderate to intense exercise, we can produce up to 2 litres of sweat per hour depending on individual sweat rates and the environmental conditions that surround us. Sweat contains vital electrolytes which are essential for numerous bodily functions such as hydration and the regulation or nerve and muscle function. SiS Hydro Tablets contain essential electrolytes such as sodium, calcium and magnesium to help keep us hydrated during exercise. If fluid and electrolyte losses are not…

The Black Cyclists Network: Pioneering Diversity in Cycling

Introducing Mani Arthur and the BCN Hello, I'm Mani Arthur, founder of the Black Cyclists Network (BCN), a London-based cycling club predominantly comprising Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) riders. Our mission is to create pathways into cycling for the BAME community, fostering an inclusive environment for riders of all backgrounds. Addressing the Diversity Gap in Cycling The Challenge of Representation Tour de France Statistics: The underrepresentation of black riders in elite…

The Bombers and BikeChain Enter into a Sponsor Partnership

The Essendon Football Club and BikeChain (Performance Supplier) are proud to announce their entry into a 3-year sponsor partnership. BikeChain is an online marketplace (www.bikechain.com.au) delivering premium cycling apparel, parts, accessories and nutrition. BikeChain’s staff of bicycle industry professionals strive to deliver the finest products dedicated to quality, style and performance that support leisure riders through to pro-athletes on their cycling journey – across 23 leading global…

The Best Cycling Nutrition During Riding: What to consume and when

We hear from former Tour Down Under winner, Pat Jonker on how he fuels his body with nutrition for general every day, mega and multi day tour rides. Nutrition advice has come a long way over the course of my cycling career. When I first began racing back in the early 80's the world of nutrition was a different place. I thought I had the very best guidance with my dad and both uncles being elite cyclists. But when compared to what we know now, I’d suggest maybe not… You see, back in the day a…

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