Preparation

Training tips, nutrition advice and more

MCR TMI – Preparing for Failure During Training

When you embark on a new training plan for an event, whether you have tackled it before or not, there will likely be times where…

Getting into Training Mode for the 1st Time

“Start by doing what is necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you’re doing the impossible” – Saint Francis of Assisi   First half marathon?…

Nine tips for your Tommy’s Manchester Half Marathon

Irish Olympian Thomas Barr is the current Irish senior record holder for the 400m hurdles, a four time national champion in the 400m hurdles and…

Rethinking your recovery strategies

Reach your physique and performance potential with advice from Lilly Sabri on how to get smart with your recovery strategies Lilly Sabri is an Optimum Nutrition…

Eat like an athlete

George Morgan is the nutritionist at Saracens RFC and responsible for all aspects of the professional players’ nutritional needs. Here’s how the elites eat, both…

How to Stick to your Training Plan

If you’re trying to find ways to stick to your training plan, chances are that you haven’t yet found it to be an integral part…

5 Ways to Keep Training During the Summer

When the weather warms up, it brings a bit of a dilemma – with the sun out, you want to spend more time outside soaking…

Think Right, Race Right!

Here are our top ten tips to help you manage the day. 1. Visualise and feel yourself performing well Long before you reach the start…

How to Fuel Yourself on Half Marathon Weekend

We want to ensure that you are well fuelled and hydrated for the Tommy’s Manchester Half, and with the support of our Official Sports Nutrition…

Simple Top Tips for Running Strength

By Kim Ingleby, Team GB Sports Therapist, Mind Ninja & 10 x World Marathon Runner. Optimum Nutrition are the Official Sports Nutrition Partner of Human…