May 2, 2020
#138 - "Ramadan Fasting & Performance: An Applied Perspective" with Matt Jones MSc
Episode 138 of the Institute of Performance Nutrition's "We Do Science" podcast! In this episode, I (Laurent Bannock) discuss "Ramadan Fasting and Performance: An Applied Perspective" with Matt Jones MSc SENr (West Ham United FC and UAE Football Association).
Discussion Topics Include:
- General introduction and experiences as a performance nutritionist working with athletes during Ramadan
- What is Ramadan and Ramadan fasting, and impact on nutrition habits and behaviours
- Reflecting on Ramadan experiences
- Shaping performance nutrition strategies to Ramadan challenges
- Evidence-based practice, belief, and best practice
- Ramadan nutrition practical recommendations
Key Paper(s) Discussed / Referred to:
- Ramadan Fasting Recommendations: Reflecting on Australia vs. Saudi Arabia WCQ
- Ramadan and Football
- Ramadan fasting and the goals of sports nutrition around exercise
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