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IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS…

hen you’re training hard, your body uses up micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) at a higher rate so it’s important to eat well to keep them topped up. The usual suspects of fruit, veg, legumes, wholegrains and pulses are top of the must-eat list, plus eggs, dairy, lean meats, fish and shellfish also pack a nutrient punch for those who eat them. Remember to eat a large variety of different things to get the full range

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