32Gi Endurance Addict

Momentum building for Maja Stage Nielson

On this special episode 32Gi Sports Nutrition we catch up with Danish long distance triathlete Maja Stage Nielson. Focused on the half distance events for now, Maja has already started to put in some impressive performances. Her sporting career however, nearly took a different course.

12 Sep 2016 14 min

Jo Meek - to the Alps and beyond!

Having recently run herself into second place at the CCC at the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, we chat to Jo Meek on the podcast. Jo is a one heck of an ultra and endurance athlete. On 32Gi Sports Nutrition today; we hear more about the race in France, and how she…

7 Sep 2016 12 min

Can detoxing improve your performance?

It’s spring in the Southern Hemisphere and with the change of seasons is there a need to flush out the system? Detoxes are popular; but how much of a benefit can they have? More specifically can they aid your performance? Is there a better approach (you bet ya). Hear more…

1 Sep 2016 10 min

The key to weight loss

As August, or fat month draws to a close; we look at weight loss on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition. The month would not be complete without looking into it. While exercise and nutrition go hand in hand when it comes to weight loss, which is more key?

24 Aug 2016 9 min

What being fat efficient can do for you!

As we continue to look at fat related topics this month, today it’s all about becoming more fat efficient. This can really benefit you as an athlete, but how do you maximise the efficiency of it? Also how do you balance the fat vs carb intake as an endurance athlete?…

17 Aug 2016 12 min

What's all the 'fat' about Banting?

While the Banting and LCHF diets seem to be well entrenched now, do you fully understand how they work? And, what exactly are the benefits? As part of fat month on 32Gi Sports Nutrition; we are breaking down the benefits and restrictions of the diet. Most notably, when it comes…

10 Aug 2016 11 min

Low-fat vs Full-fat - Fat month

In August we are looking at various aspects of fat, on 32Gi Sports Nutrition. This week we focus on low-fat vs full-fat. Primarily looking at dairy; how are the two distinguished and what is the best nutritional option to look at?

3 Aug 2016 9 min

Challenge Roth through the eyes of a competitor

Mark Wolff raced his first Challenge Roth a couple of weeks ago. He gives us an incredible insight into what it’s like to experience the race as a competitor. It really is no coincidence that Roth keeps on winning awards. Hear more on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition.

27 Jul 2016 13 min

Why Reinhard Zellhuber has a bright future

This week on 32Gi Sports Nutrition, we take a look into the future! We get our glass ball out, as we speak to South African teenage mountain biker Reinhard Zellhuber. This young man is at the top end of the sport in his age group, but this is no luck…

21 Jul 2016 11 min

Horst Reichel - a triathlete with vision

We catch up with German pro triathlete Horst Reichel on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition. From Challenge to IronMan, Horst has raced ultra distance events all over the world. Hear his story, including; some nutritional tips, what it is like to be at Challenge Roth, and so much more.

13 Jul 2016 20 min

Challenge Roth - why it is so special!

Challenge Roth is not only a 32Gi sponsored event, it is one of the foremost distance triathlons in the world! The way the entire community and surrounding area in Germany get involved is incredible. With big participation numbers, even bigger spectator numbers, and an entire weekend of festivities, this is…

6 Jul 2016 12 min

Superfoods - the lowdown

There has been plenty of chatter amongst nutritional circles about Superfoods, for quite some time now. We know the importance of nutrition, especially from a sports performance point of view; so what and why is there a benefit to eating so called “superfoods”. On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition,…

29 Jun 2016 16 min

Winter vs Summer nutritional shifts

As the Hemisphere’s climates turn cold and hot respectively, our diets do tend to change. But are you making mistakes from a nutritional point of view, at the change of season? On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition, we look at typical mistakes, but more importantly great ideas to keep…

22 Jun 2016 15 min

Your perfect post-event Recovery Guide

On this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition; we have all your bases covered, when it comes to post-event recovery. We all know the importance of recovery after any session, however having reached an event goal often people slip off the diet rails. So from immediately after to the weeks that…

15 Jun 2016 11 min

Caroline Wostmann - a fighting spirit

Caroline Wostmann went into the 2016 Comrades Marathon as the favourite. Rightly so having done the double in 2015, and having already retained her Old Mutual Two Oceans title. However Comrades is a totally different monster, it really comes down to the day. Looking so good for much of the…

8 Jun 2016 12 min

32Gi powered Amy McDougall is on a roll!

While the Comrades Marathon was taking place this past weekend, 32Gi powered athlete Amy McDougall was winning two mountain bike races in two days. Amy is an extremely versatile rider; hear her recipe for success, on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition.

1 Jun 2016 14 min

Comrades contenders - how the team managers see it

The 2016 Comrades Marathon has arrived. It is not only one of the biggest endurance races in South Africa, but arguable the world. On today’s episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition we look towards this epic event. Hear from three of the leading team managers; about the race, and the importance…

25 May 2016 22 min

How to eat & drink in the week leading up to Comrades Marathon

With just over a week to the 2016 Comrades Marathon, we look towards that final taper. Not just from a nutritional point of view, as everything plays a role in your pre-race homeostasis being optimal. Hear more from Mark Wolff on this episode of 32Gi Sports Nutrition.

18 May 2016 10 min

Safe and suitable sports nutrition for children

When it comes to sports nutrition supplements, do you know what is going into the products your children are consuming? The level of sport and timing of training for children, often means they need a nutritional top up; but how do you know what is safe? In this podcast, nutritional…

16 May 2016 11 min

How to fuel up to & during your next Challenge event

The Challenge Family is a collection of some of the most incredible triathlon races, in some of the world’s best locations. A lot of time, effort and money goes into getting to an event; you thus want to arrive in tip top shape. On this podcast, Mark Wolff from 32Gi,…

16 May 2016 23 min