Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) was previously known as the “female athlete triad” or “athlete triad”. RED-S is caused by low energy availability, which essentially means that the energy or calories available do not meet the demands of the body. The athlete triad was characterized by disordered eating, stress fractures or decreased bone mineral density and absent or irregular menstrual cycles. There is some debate among experts about the name change from athlete triad to RED-S. . It’s important to understand that RED-S can exist in both elite and professional athletes as well as re ..read more

Wondering how the launch of a new collection goes? Today, we let you into our little world to discover the behind the scenes of a process that takes nearly an entire year.   First, the MOODBOARD It all starts with a moodboard, which allows us to communicate our ideas, research trends for the coming year, give us a guideline and put forward our creativity. This year, our inspirations came mainly from our nostalgia for the 90s, our teenage years. However, it was important for us that you could mix and match the pieces to create your unique look.   Second step: Selection and colouring o ..read more

Caffeine is commonly found in daily food and beverages and is so frequently consumed that it is easy to forget that it is a supplement. In fact, it is one of the most popular ergogenic aids, meaning that its use can directly improve sport performance. Once ingested, caffeine binds to adenosine receptors in the body and decreases the perception of effort and increases alertness. These effects are highly beneficial in helping athletes perform for endurance events, such as triathlon. How to take caffeine for sport performance? The recommended dosage is 3-6 mg of caffeine per kg of bodyweight, tak ..read more

If you’ve been considering training for your first triathlon but get overwhelmed with where to start and what to do, we feel you. Triathlons are not a normal thing for our bodies to do. And if you didn’t grow up in a family of athletes who do an annual beach triathlon– or thanksgiving 5k run– signing up for your first race can feel a bit intimidating. We’ve been there and are here to help. We asked our team of Brava Ambassadors (AKA triathlon veterans) for some of their top tips every triathlete needs to know– and they did not disappoint. So whether ..read more

“Drink more water!”   We’ve all heard this line before, but have you ever wondered why? Water plays many essential roles in keeping us healthy including regulating our body temperature and blood pressure, lubricating joints, transporting nutrients to the cells and removing waste from the body. It is particularly important for athletes to be well hydrated as dehydration can impair your performance. Mild dehydration symptoms can include headaches, dizziness, dry lips and mouth, increased thirst, and dark yellow urine. Dehydration leads to a pasty and uncomfortably dry mouth, incre ..read more

Motherhood and athleticism can go hand-in-hand. We asked three of our Brava Ambassadors to describe their journey into motherhood so far. They shared with us how their experience of sport has changed through pregnancy and how they’re juggling training, nutrition, mental health and motherhood. While there is ongoing research, evidence-based guidelines for activity in pregnant athletes can be challenging to find. All three of our ambassadors stayed active through pregnancy in many ways while listening to their healthcare providers and their bodies to establish what worked for them. “My pregnancy ..read more

Merino wool is already a cold weather staple for athletes, reputed for its breathability and helping pull moisture away from the body, thus keeping us dry and warm!  However, the association with “wool” is so strong that it is surprising to learn that the qualities that contribute to its success in cold conditions also make it an excellent choice in hot weather.   If we had to focus on THE characteristic that made merino wool famous, it would undoubtedly be its ability to naturally regulate body temperature. Merino wool acts like a second skin, allowing the body to maintain a stable ..read more

Dear legs,  I would like to explain a few things to you, so please hear me out. First of all, I am so grateful for the past 35 years that you have given me. My first year of life, I didn’t even use you. I didn't even know that you would be so important to me. I think I discovered you when my parents put me in the jolly jumper, and I began to feel the ability to stand, jump, and touch my toes on the ground. You were there and going to give me something new to discover. When I learned that I could stand and that you would get me from point (a) to point (b), I was amazed by you. This meant ..read more

As a physiotherapist specializing in working with endurance athletes and runners, as well as a Coach and athlete myself, I have seen thousands of athletes navigate the highs and lows of training and racing. While there will always be days where you just can’t find your sweet spot, I have learned a lot over the years about strategies that help athletes thrive.  Whether you have years of experience in triathlon or are just starting to dream of chasing the goals that light you up, here are four shifts in perspective that can help you avoid injury and feel like the strongest, most resilient ..read more

The year 2020 surely will not go down as one of the best for top athletes. The triathlon season – as is the case for most endurance sports – is completely cancelled. So, for now, what can we do to keep up our motivation to excel? Coach Bart Rolet from Bart Coaching answers our questions.   After a springtime of staying the course as to training despite trying to maintain a healthy work-family life balance, since schools and day cares were closed, how do your athletes feel about competitions being cancelled this season?  We all find it hard, and I am no exception as both a coach and a ..read more