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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
What is the best food to eat while cycling?
Because glucose is the body’s preferred source of energy when cycling, the best food to eat while cycling are foods that are high in carbohydrates and easy to digest. Sports gels, chews and drinks, honey sticks, bananas, and even jelly beans...
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What is the best energy bar for cyclists?
The best energy bars for cyclists include the Science in Sport Go Energy Bars, RX Protein Bars, Scratch Lab Energy Bars, Picky Bars, Clif Bars, OTE Sports Bars, and the Prolon Fast Bar.These energy bars rank high among cyclists because...
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What diet is good for cyclists?
Wondering what diet is good for cyclists? Whether you’re a competitive cyclist or recreational rider, all cyclists can benefit from a diet rich in minimally processed, whole foods, particularly those containing complex carbohydrates, lean protein, healthy fats, iron, and electrolytes....
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What are the best cycling gels?
The best cycling gels, according to cyclists, include Science in Sport Energy Gels, Maurten Energy Gels, High5 Energy Gels, and GU Energy Gels. These gels rank high among cyclists for taste, digestibility, and ease of use on the bike, though flavor...
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Is it better to cycle in the morning or evening?
If you’re wondering if it is better to cycle in the morning or evening, it depends on the goal of your ride. Cycling in the late afternoon/early evening seems to be slightly better for performance, whereas morning rides may be...
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How can I recover faster cycling?
To recover faster after cycling, you must prioritize post-ride nutrition. Within 60 minutes of finishing your ride, aim to consume 45-90 grams of carbohydrate to replenish depleted glycogen stores, 25-40 grams of protein to promote muscle synthesis, and one ounce...
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What does running a half marathon do to your body?
Strenuous exercise, such as running a half marathon, can lead to a temporary increase in markers of acute inflammation, such as white blood cells, cytokines and creatine kinase, compromised immunity, and skeletal muscle damage [2, 3]. Running a half marathon...
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Is it better to run in the morning or night?
Some research shows the best time to run is between 4 and 5 PM [1]. This is because at night, the body experiences its peak core temperature, which translates to an increase in energy metabolism, flexibility, range of motion, speed,...
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Is it better to run fast or slow to lose weight?
Running fast or slow can lead to weight loss. Both moderate-intensity exercise and high-intensity exercise have been shown to lead to weight loss and running intensity should be individualized based on fitness level, age, weight loss goals, training frequency and...