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Nutrition

Cycling Nutrition 101: What (and How) to Eat Before a Ride

Fuel smarter before you ride with a simple framework for what to eat, how much, and when so you start strong, avoid heavy legs, and keep energy steady from the first pedal stroke to the final mile.

Best Carbohydrate Drinks 2025 For Cycling

Forget bananas and bars. We break down the new 2025 standard of 80g+ carbohydrates per hour and the only drinks that make it possible without a stomach ache.

Why Cyclists Are Ditching Expensive Recovery Drinks for Chocolate Milk

Chocolate milk isn’t just a tasty treat it could be the most effective recovery drink for cyclists. Discover why science backs this affordable, convenient option over expensive sports powders.

Exactly What to Eat After a Long Bike Ride for Peak Recovery

Your ride isn’t over when you unclip. Learn how to refuel, rebuild, and rehydrate after a tough session to recover faster, get stronger, and perform better on your next ride.

Exactly What to Eat Before a Bike Ride Longer Than 3 Hours

This definitive guide breaks down the science of pre-ride nutrition, telling you exactly what to eat and when from the days before to the final hour to maximize your energy and performance.

Trek’s Salmon Protein Recovery Tabs: A New Edge in Post-Work

Unbroken, a salmon protein-based recovery tablet used by Lidl-Trek, aims to accelerate muscle repair with fast-digesting amino acids.

Beetroot Cycling Performance: Science-Backed Benefits for Endurance Athletes

Discover how beetroot supplementation can enhance cycling performance through improved oxygen efficiency, increased power output, and delayed fatigue. Research-backed insights on dosage, timing, and consumption methods for optimal results.

Why Tour de France Riders Swear by Coca-Cola for a Mid-Race Boost

Nearly 90% of Tour de France riders use Coca-Cola mid-race. Here’s why the sugar-caffeine combo delivers a powerful late-race boost and how to use it wisely in your own training and racing.