With the wide variety of nutrition products available to you, it can be tough to know what’s right for you and your riding. Are you fueling for success or failure?

1. Skipping breakfast before a ride will most likely cause a glycogen deficiency. You need complex carbs for your muscles to function and keep sustained energy.
2. Trying new nutrition on race day is a big mistake. Your gut won’t be used to the change and it could cause gut issues, leg cramps and even bonking
3. Ever had a caffeine overload? Too many gels and caffeine can cause gut issues and a mushroom cloud bonk.
4. If you’re hungry, or thirsty, it’s too late. You need to be taking a sip and having a bite every 10 – 15 minutes to stay fueled. If you wait too long, no amount of food or drink will save you.
5. Recovery meals and shakes need to be consumed within half an hour of finishing a hard session or event for the best results.
6. Your recovery shake isn’t a meal. You need to eat well-balanced, nutritious food for optimal recovery.