Nutrition
All the advice and insight you need to improve your riding, enhance your performance or simply get into better shape with nutrition in cycling.
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Souplesse Cycling subscription box review: curated bundles of cycling essentials
Too busy to shop the monthly must-haves? This box subscription service is what delivery drivers were invented for
By Simon Fellows Published
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The ultimate gel taste test: We sampled 21 energy gels so you don't have to
We undertook a comprehensive tasting of the commonly available energy gels, and did our best to find something nice to say about each of them.
By Tyler Boucher Published
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‘It’s a performance thing’ - why riders are eating Calippos and Greggs steak bakes to fuel gold medals
Forget expensive gels, the best race nutrition comes from corner shops
By Tom Davidson Published
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Are you jeopardizing your training by intermittent fasting?
Intermittent fasting continues to be hyped by celebs, influencers and even some sportspeople, but is it an effective strategy for cyclists? We investigate
By Anita Bean Published
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A love letter to my mid-ride banana
There's a reason the only variety we eat is called the Cavendish
By Tom Davidson Published
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Quick, so you get your favorite flavor! Up to 58% off MyProtein, 50% off High5 and 44% off SiS in the Cyber Monday sales
Here's the best deals on bars, gels and powders that we've been able to find
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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Winter fueling: how to match your cycling nutrition to the demands of cold weather riding
Getting the most out of your winter training means making sure you are optimally fuelled for every ride - here's what you need to know about the specific demands of cold season nutrition
By Joe Laverick Published
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Pumpkin spice isn't just for lattes, check out these fall-flavored cycling favorites
Pumpkin spice products to suit your cycling needs: energy bars, granola, protein and post-ride beers
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Ask a coach: ‘Will I see much benefit from using branded sports nutrition products – or will any carbs do?’
Coach James Spragg take us through what the body really needs and where’s best to get it
By James Spragg Published
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How many calories does cycling really burn? And how important is counting them anyway?
We all want to know how many calories we burn while cycling, but while it's easy to make an estimate, it's hard to get an accurate figure. We explore common questions around cycling and calorie burn
By Anna Marie Abram Last updated
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The best food for endurance cycling - here’s what to eat and drink before, during and after
What to eat before, during and after endurance rides to avoid ‘bonking’ and maximise your cycling fitness gains
By Andy Turner Last updated
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Do cyclists really need to carb-load before a big ride?
We take a look at what the benefits of carb-loading really are - and how to do it right
By David Bradford Last updated
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Six foods to avoid before a bike ride and why
We take a look at some of the staples you should steer clear of before heading out on a ride
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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Ask a coach: 'How much should I expect to eat on a 100-mile ride?'
It's important to stay fuelled, but just how much food does that mean you should bring?
By James Spragg Published
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I lowered my body fat by 4.4% after using a nutrition app for 7 weeks
Could a smartphone app be the key to hitting your nutritional needs and reaching your riding goals?
By Simon Fellows Published
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I tried eating like a Tour de France rider for a day - here’s how I coped with the huge calorie intake
The mountains of food Tour de France riders have to chomp through are nearly as daunting as the cols themselves. I tried to find out what is it actually like to eat for a Tour de France stage
By Tom Couzens Last updated
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How do Tour de France teams use stage-specific fuelling strategies? Ineos Grenadiers shares its tactics
SiS and Team Ineos share their stage-specific fuelling strategies ahead of the toughest opening week in decades
By Andy Turner Published
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Help, I'm doing Unbound Gravel! Last minute nutrition tips from pro endurance cyclists
Drink mixes, gel and pizza: how and what to consume when riding (ultra)long distances
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Five nutrition questions answered by an Ineos Grenadiers expert
We put some hot fuelling topics to Dr Marc Fell, performance nutritionist for Ineos Grenadiers
By Sponsored Published
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Eating for optimal recovery
How INEOS Grenadiers use Science in Sport to fuel their recovery
By Sponsored Published
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What to drink when cycling - the liquids you need on the bike
Not all liquid is created equal - we explain the different types of fluid that'll help you ride further
By Luke Friend Published
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Nutrition for cycling: nail the basics with our guide on what you need and where to get it
If you want the best output from your legs, you need the best input in terms of your fuelling – but how exactly?
By Deena Blacking Last updated
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Performance fuelling for time-trials.
How INEOS Grenadiers use Science in Sport to fuel a Grand Tour stage when every second counts
By Sponsored Published
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Cycling’s hidden under-fuelling epidemic: here’s how to spot the signs of RED-S and make sure you’re meeting your energy demands
The prevalence of under-fuelling in both professional and amateur cycling is shockingly widespread - many may not be aware of the damage they’re causing their bodies
By Nicole Oh Last updated
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6 common fuelling mistakes and how to avoid them on your next big ride
With just a little bit of planning you can ensure that you never run out of gas on a ride again
By Tom Couzens Published
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Fuelling for the mountains
How INEOS Grenadiers use Science in Sport to fuel a Grand Tour
By Sponsored Published
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Matching fuelling intake to energy demands is a high-performance hot trend - here’s what you need to know
Fuel for the work required: we explain the message behind the mantra, why you should get on board, and how to do so
By Anita Bean Last updated
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Fuelling post 40: use these six tips to tweak your cycling nutrition for your age
Your body changes over time, and so do your nutritional needs - but it’s easy to adapt and stay strong, here's how...
By Dr Marc Bubbs Last updated
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Should cyclists care more about chemicals in sports nutrition?
With so much information now available about sports nutrition, how can athletes make sense of what’s best for them? We chat with two brands and a registered dietitian to get to the bottom of what formulas make sense and why
By Kristin Jenny Published