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When you're heading out for a ride, race or other cycling event it's easy to grab a couple bars or gels and head out the door. They're convenient and packaged for easy consumption while riding. They're also expensive, create trash and can be a real gut buster to digest. Many cyclists prefer to get their... Continue Reading →
Welcome to 2019, where sugar is evil, ketons are in and people are trying to replace energy gels with potatoes. Yep, potatoes. A new study from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Salvador 2019) shows that a homecooked potato puree has the same ergogenic effects in non-pro cyclists as store bought gels. From the press release... Continue Reading →
Carbohydrates are a perpetual hot topic in the world of sports nutrition. These days, when it comes to carbs, most focus is on low carb weight loss strategies, as carb restriction can lead to favorable affects on body mass and composition independent of energy intake. When we are talking about performance while cycling, however, be... Continue Reading →
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