Fuel for success

As the seasons change, you're facing cooler training sessions. Cooler weather means your body is reacting and working differently when you exercise. Are you fueling your body to deal with the cold and still function effectively on every ride without compromising your riding performance?

Whether you're a professional, avid, or beginner cyclist, our bodies all react the same way. Riding in cold weather burns more energy than usual as your body uses fuel to keep your core temperature stable, and your organs protected. As a result, you need to eat and drink more on the bike when it's cold compared to warmer days. It's crucial to have a nutrition plan.

Remember you’re still sweating even though it's colder. Be sure to balance your intake of:

Do you know if you are taking enough fuel onboard with you for your ride? Not sure?

When you're training in the cold, choose foods that are easily chewable and digestible, and that won't be affected by the cold. Avoid hard, dense foods that can freeze, to ensure that you stay hydrated and nourished on every ride.

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Let us know your preferred cold-weather cycling food and drink choices, along with your reasons for liking them, and stand a chance to win a nutrition hamper with us.

Beat the cold

Prepare for the cold - fuel your ride right! Don't guess; assess your nutrition plan now for peak performance. Leave us your details if you would like our help.

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