A research-based review of body composition and racing weight for triathletes.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: -Different methods to assess body composition and body fat percentage, and their limitations -How to get to your goal race weight and body composition using three simple principles: appropriate rate of weight loss, appropriate protein intake, and staying away from fads -Myths and risks to avoid when it comes to getting lean and losing weight -Wat is the typical body composition (body fat percentage, weight, Fat Free Mass Index) of elite level triathletes? -Periodisation of body composition and racing weight, and the importance of not staying at race weight year round   SHOWNOTES: https://scientifictriathlon.com/tts113/   THAT TRIATHLON SHOW HOMEPAGE: www.thattriathlonshow.com   SPONSORS: Precision Hydration - One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to hydration. Take Precision Hydration's FREE sweat test and learn how you should hydrate. Use the discount code THATTRIATHLONSHOW and get your first box for free!  Stac - The Stac Zero is the world's quitest bike trainer. No noise and no tire wear, since it doesn't even touch the tire! It is also very portable and affordable. Even more so when using the discount code TTS20 for 20% off when you buy your Stac Zero (any of the models).    LINKS AND RESOURCES:         * Triathlon Nutrition: Calories, Carbs, Fats, and Proteins - part 1 | EP#94         * Triathlon Nutrition: Calories, Carbs, Fats, and Proteins - part 2 | EP#95         * Nutrition before, during and after workouts | EP#100         * Race-day fueling and The Core Diet with Jesse Kropelnicki | EP#40         * Nutrition and Athletic Performance: Position statement         * Reference Values for Body Composition and Anthropometric Measurements in Athletes         * International society of sports nutrition position stand: diets and body composition         * Case-Study: Body Composition Periodization in an Olympic-Level Female Middle-Distance Runner Over a 9-Year Career.         * How an Olympic Runner Hits Race Weight         * Are athletes winning the war on cramp? RATE AND REVIEW: If you enjoy the show, please help me out by subscribing, rating and reviewing: www.scientifictriathlon.com/rate/   CONTACT: Want to send feedback, questions or just chat? Email me at mikael@scientifictriathlon.com or connect on Twitter - my handle is @SciTriat.