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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
Plant-based eating for cycling performance: does it work?
For years, doctors and dietitians alike have touted the benefits of eating more plants and less meat. And it seems people are listening. A 2020 survey published by the International Food Information Council notes that 28% of consumers are eating...
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- by Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
Issue 7: Cholesterol reduction
Elevated cholesterol is one of the most common issues among Elo members. And it's no surprise, really. Almost 29 million Americans have cholesterol levels above the normal range.And cholesterol isn't just about total cholesterol. LDL, HDL, VLDL, and triglycerides levels all fall...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
It's no secret that plant-based eating is hot. Supermarket shelves are overflowing with plant-based products such as burgers, nuggets, milk alternatives, and even dairy-less cheese. Some are good, others not-so-delicious. Regardless, America is becoming increasingly plant-forward with 29% of consumers identifying themselves...
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- by Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
1. Vitamin D: A basic but essential biohack. Roughly 90% of Elo members start with low vitamin D. Here's why you should be paying attention to your vitamin D level, especially as winter approaches. 2. Caffeine and sports performance: Friend or...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
Does going keto improve cycling performance?
Carb-restricted ketogenic diets have become wildly popular in the last five years. This trendy low-carb, high-fat diet has gained a cult following among those wanting to lose weight, increase energy and improve blood sugar control. Keto is proving to be much...
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- by Anne Valta
Can e-biking improve cycling performance?
I used to be one of those people, a lycra-clad road cyclist weary of people on motor-assisted bicycles (aka e-bikes). I mean, c’mon! I’ve spent years and years hauling my butt up the mountains using nothing but my own strength...
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- by Kim McDevitt, MPH, RD
What causes runner’s stomach and how to prevent it
If you’ve ever had to peel off into the woods mid-run for an emergency bathroom stop or have plotted out your running routes around bathroom accessibility, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve heard this phenomenon called ‘runner’s stomach’, ‘runner’s gut’, or...
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- by Elle Penner, MPH, RD
The best nutrition recovery products for cyclists, according to experts
A killer ride can mentally and physically push you to the limit — sometimes beyond. But training hard is only part of the performance puzzle. Giving your muscles time to recover, repair, and adapt is when you truly reap the...
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- by Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
Issue 5: Sleep as a superpower
Back in the 90s, burning the midnight oil was cool. Working late into the night was a badge of honor, proof that you had the chops to make it to the top. These days we're a little wiser. We know...