FTL Athlete Member Content

Prime yourself for peak performance by knowing when and how much to fuel in your training and racing.

Use these formulas to determine your calorie and carbohydrate needs according to your unique physiology and demands of the event.

The challenge of consuming calories on the go, day after day is one of the most difficult to overcome. We spoke with several ultra-cycling veterans to learn their strategies.

They’re becoming incredibly popular, but where do CGMs fit into racing? Two elite coaches debate the merits and pitfalls of using wearable glucose monitors in competition.

Dry January seems to gain in popularity every year. But just what kind of an impact can abstaining from alcohol have on athletic performance? We find out.

These bars are easy to make, taste great, and are perfect for your next adventure.

In the second of our holiday-themed recipe series, we’ve got gingerbread energy bites—a fun way to fuel your next adventure.

Looking to fuel your workouts a little differently at this time of year? Us too. In the first of our holiday fuel on-the-go recipes, we’ve got these tasty, nutrient-dense hot cacao cookies.

Seeking an “ideal racing weight” is a tactic many endurance athletes use to improve performance. Here’s how to find your fastest race weight—while avoid being too heavy or too light.

Training and racing at elevation can have a significant impact on performance. We explore some ways to improve your preparation for races at altitude.

Exogenous ketones reached “super fuel” status in 2016. Since then, research hasn’t been so positive. We explore the potential benefits of supplementation with ketone esters.

Eating properly for the demands of endurance sports can be challenging, especially if you’re new to sport. We explore common misconceptions and pitfalls for the beginner endurance athlete.

Few topics in endurance sports are more misunderstood and draw more ire than hydration and electrolyte sports drinks. Trevor Connor explores the biochemical mechanics to show what happens when we drink salty sports drinks.