We’ve all been there: out on a ride or race, enjoying the thrill of the moment or pushing ourselves to the limit, when suddenly we feel a tightening in our leg muscles. We try to shake it out or stretch it, but nothing helps. Before we know it, our quad, hamstring, or calf is completely […]
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Modern cycling nutrition is at the best it has ever been. Watch any pro cyclist behind the scenes on YouTube or read any cycling nutrition article and they all say the same. CARBS are King! Getting a carb-heavy meal in before a ride if time allows (I know as Dads we don’t always have the luxury
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The arrival of fall for many people means the arrival of all things pumpkin. As a cyclist, for me, the arrival of fall means beautiful leaf-color-changing rides and crisp, cool weather. Our Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins are the best of both parts of fall – a delicious and convenient way to get your carbs
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Carbohydrates and protein are what the body needs to perform at a high level and recover properly when cycling. Cyclists need to get in carbs the night before a long ride and then protein and carbohydrates after rides to help fuel their muscles for recovery. Why does the body need carbohydrates when cycling? They are
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Modern cycling nutrition is at the best it has ever been. Watch any pro cyclist behind the scenes on YouTube or read any cycling nutrition article and they all say the same. CARBS are King! Any time you are heading out on a ride for over an hour, you should be eating something on the
On the Bike Food: Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Read More »