FUTURE ATHLETES BLOG
Youth Strength Training: Separating Myths from Modern Evidence
The recent article in The Guardian about children participating in strength training has created some noise both within the industry and amongst the general public, notably parents of young athletes. It covers some important ground…
3 Nutritional Priorities for Youth Athletes
For academy level and aspiring youth athletes across all sports, nutrition underpins performance, recovery and long term development. At Future Athletes, we see three common nutritional mistakes that limit progress…
Health before performance?
In sport, nutrition is often framed purely as a performance tool. However, sustainable high performance is built on health. Find out how Integrative Sports Nutrition prioritises digestive function, nutrient absorption, immune resilience and much more, before applying nutrition strategy for marginal gains…
Detoxification pathways and their importance in sport
Optimal performance is built on efficient detoxification, and by supporting liver health, nutrient status, recovery and lifestyle balance, athletes can enhance energy, resilience and long term development while protecting their overall health…
Should my child be taking protein shakes if they are doing sports?
Protein needs for young athletes are often lower than expected, and by prioritising whole foods, spreading intake through the day and using supplements only when necessary, parents can support growth, recovery and performance without relying on shakes…
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Overtraining Syndrome in academy footballers
An integrative sports nutrition case study about a young talented footballer with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, which featured in Functional Sports Nutrition (FSN) magazine, March/April 2021 edition…