Demystifying Energy Metabolism

By Candace Chemtob, B.S. and M.S. in Human Nutrition Playing squash requires an enormous amount of energy. Ask any player and they will confirm this....

Don’t Let Training Cramp Your Style

By Candace Chemtob, B.S. and M.S in Human Nutrition If you have ever had a muscle cramp on the court, it is an event that will...

The Body Composition of Athletes

By Candace Chemtob, B.S. and M.S. in Human Nutrition In most sports, it is obvious that body size and body composition contribute to optimal athletic performance....

Protein Metabolism and Muscle Mass

By Candace Chemtob, B.S. and M.S. in Human Nutrition The indelible image of Rocky Balboa gulping down a dozen raw eggs helped perpetuate the long held...

Dietary Supplements: Buyer Beware

By Candace Chemtob, B.S. and M.S. in Human Nutrition The promise of improving athletic performance easily with the help of a pill makes athletes susceptible...

Fear Not the Carb Loading

By Candace Chemtob, B.S. and M.S. in Human Nutrition Carbohydrates (carbs) are one of the most misunderstood topics in nutrition. Carbohydrates have been demonized by famous...

Performance Nutrition: Hydration

By Candace Chemtob, B.S.  and M.S. in Human Nutrition Improving your performance on the squash court is hard work. You have to give it your all....