The dynamics of stretching: Highlighting the differences between static and dynamic stretching
There are many dos and don'ts when it comes to warming up before exercise and the best approach to support recovery after a hard
Daily iron supplement intake improves fatigue, stress and performance in athletes, study
A study has shown that taking a low-dose iron supplement daily may reduce exercise-related fatigue and boost performance in athletes. The study, published in
Pushing the threshold: The benefit for lactate-guided training for endurance athletes
While lactate threshold training is a hot topic in endurance circles right now, it is not a new concept and has formed the cornerstone
The ideal race-day fuelling strategy for a triathlon
Triathlon is a demanding sport as athletes train and compete across three different disciplines – swim, bike and run. But any seasoned athlete or
Tete does the Comrades double for Biogen-backed team Nedbank
After his breakthrough win in 2022, Tete Dijana went away and applied his now legendary work ethic to his training to come back stronger
Mountain biking the real winner at the 2023 Glacier Storms River Traverse
Known for fun in the mud, the Biogen-backed Glacier Storms River Traverse mountain biking stage race has built a reputation as a fiercely social
Biogen fuels Adele’s record-breaking performance at Comrades
One year on and one position better at the iconic Comrades is only half the story for Adele Broodryk's continued rise to the top
Spectacular single-track, satisfaction and the Swartberg Pass feature in the mountain bike stage Race with Soul
Now in its 13th edition, the seven-day Momentum Medical Scheme Cape Pioneer Trek, presented by Biogen mountain bike stage race provides the perfect mix
What to eat before exercise: Get the pre-sport boost for better performance
The decision to eat before exercise is crucial for endurance athletes, as under-fuelling before sport, a race or training session can impact performance and
Why every endurance athlete needs amino acids
Every serious athlete knows that today’s performance is only as good as yesterday’s recovery, which is why an amino acid supplement in your nutritional
How skipping can improve your running
Skipping is an excellent cardiovascular workout for anyone who wants to improve their fitness and it is also a great complementary activity for runners.
This is why endurance athletes should always include strength training
While conventional thinking suggests that endurance athletes need to progressively increase the time they spend training to improve in that specific discipline, those who