Post-race meals: Indulging a well-earned appetite
There are so many things to look forward to post race, especially if it’s an IRONMAN...
Vitamin D3 and Immunity
Once the ultraviolet B radiation from the sun penetrates our skin’s epidermis, our body begins the production of vitamin D, or specifically vitamin D3.
Magnesium deficiency: What you need to know
Magnesium is one of those minerals that’s spoken about in athletic circles in relation to muscle relaxation, recovery and good sleep.
Are you meeting your micros?
As a young athlete I always ate well. I came from a health conscious, athletic family with a doctor mum. Meals were home cooked, lunchboxes wholesome, food felt enjoyable, fun and abundant.
EPAs v DHAs – What’s the difference and how do they work?
We’ve all heard the advice to make sure we’re regularly eating servings of good quality fatty fish, but why? What’s all the fuss about omega 3s?
The art of the taper
The purpose of a taper is to allow the body to rest up a little, absorb the work that has already been done and allow you to toe the start...
Cycling Vitamin C and Zinc for optimum immunity
Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for humans and contributes to immune defence by bolstering the function of both the innate and adaptive immune system. It is also a powerful...
When Should I Be Taking My Micros?
So you’ve done it. You’ve taken steps to start prioritising your micros; improving your recovery, elevating your performance and strengthening your immunity. Now you’ve decided on the what, the next...
A breakdown of Vitamin Bs
Vitamin B is of particular interest to athletes because of the role this group of vitamins play in many metabolic processes that are directly related to performance – including but...
Nutrition Q&A with Pip Taylor
Our resident Performance Dietitian, Pip Taylor answers all your nutrition questions, covering everything from blood tests to gut health and hydration.
The Vitamin D, K and Calcium connection
The role of Calcium in maintaining positive bone health has been well established. This is through a combination of robust scientific research, alongside strong public health messages that have helped...
How Calcium Citrate powers performance
The health of the skeletal system is a critical part of the overall health of the athletic population. To prevent osteoporosis and bone stress injuries in athletes, adequate calcium and...
Pip Taylor: Joint health Q&A
Our resident Performance Dietitian, Pip Taylor talks all things joints, answering some of your questions about your joints and how to best look after them.Understand more about what strategies you...
What are Glycosaminoglycans?
While this term may seem unfamiliar to the vast majority, glycosaminoglycans (or GAGs for short) are simply an umbrella category for a range of familiar compounds including collagen, hyaluronic acid,...
Immunity protection for athletes
Maintaining a healthy immune system is paramount for any athlete and determines their ability to handle sufficient training and get to the start line in good shape. Whilst it may...
Building our Formulation Team
The journey to PILLAR Performance started alongside my professional rugby career. I was amazed by the way Omega 3 fish oil and curcumin allowed me to carve out more years...
Micronutrition and Performance
High Protein, Low Carb. High Carb, Low Fat. Low Carb, Low Fat. We’ve heard it all. Popular diets often reduce the relationship between human health and nutrition down to three...
Immune vulnerability and excessive physical exertion
Of the twelve biological systems in the human body, one has undoubtedly taken centre stage in recent years – the immune system – and frankly, it’s about time. The elusive...
Why not all Magnesium is created equal
Magnesium is one of the most abundant minerals and essential for over three hundred biochemical processes within the body. These processes range from assisting in getting a good night’s sleep,...
Performance nutrition for women with Pip Taylor
Nutrition for women – what do we really know? Most studies are done on men but what impact do hormone fluctuations have on nutrition needs for optimal fuelling and recovery....
