Another addition to the ranks of motivational Square Blades T-shirts, “Row Hard or Go Home” will strike a chord with many a top-level hopeful. The young company offers designs for men and women, all inspired by rowing. £18/$28www.squareblades.co.uk
Beetroot is all the rage amongst pro athletes. The secret to its popularity? Nitrates – a growing body of research claims that it helps reduce oxygen needs for the same performance. Beet IT comes as a drink, a bar, and a concentrated "shot" version.