Caffeine is bad for you.
Too much of anything is bad for you, but when used correctly, caffeine can provide more than you’d think.
Most people start their morning with a coffee, others can’t start their day without it. When you’re riding, a coffee before can:
• Increase your alertness
• Reduce your perception of fatigue
• Can make you feel “wired” and ready to go
• Stimulates your central nervous system
• Enhance your performance
• Help you ride better and longer
Remember, caffeine doesn’t only come in the form of coffee. Many cycling supplements, gels and bars have caffeine in them. Having a gel with caffeine can give you the boost you need to get you over the hill, or give you the edge in a sprint.
Knowing when and how to use caffeine can hugely benefit your riding. But remember not to overdo it. Although you want to feel alert when you cycle, you don’t want to be “jumpy”, nervous or even nauseous. We’ll help you find the right caffeine boost for you.