From the practice · Praxis Dr. Romanos

Sports medicine: How to medically optimise your performance

Athletes and active people don't just want to train — they want to train optimally. In my sports medicine practice in Zurich, I combine medical diagnostics, performance testing, and prevention to take athletes to the next level.

Performance diagnostics and lactate testing

The lactate test determines your aerobic and anaerobic threshold — the training zones in which you train most effectively. This is not a generic training program, but customised testing for your physiology. The result: smarter training, better performance.

Micronutrient check for athletes

Many athletes are micronutrient deficient without knowing it — which hinders their performance, recovery, and immune function. I test vitamin D, iron, magnesium, omega-3 index, and B vitamins. Targeted optimisation improves endurance and muscle strength.

Sports nutrition and energy management

Right nutrition is training. Timing, macronutrient ratios, and hydration directly influence performance. I develop customised nutrition plans with my athletes that support their goals — whether endurance, strength, or weight control.

Injury prevention in sports

The best injury is the one that doesn't happen. I analyse movement patterns, muscle imbalances, and training load. With targeted strength training, mobility work, and correct training progression, many injuries can be prevented.

Recovery and regeneration

Performance is not made in training — it is built through recovery. Sleep, stress management, and active regeneration are central. In my functional medicine, I optimise the entire recovery process.

Long-term career planning for athletes

Whether hobby athlete or ambitious professional — I help my patients achieve their athletic goals while keeping their overall health optimal. With metabolic optimisation and thorough monitoring, we achieve peak performance without compromising health.

Next step: Get advice at our practice and have a customised plan created for you.

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