Carbohydrates Archives

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My Nutrition and Fuelling Plan for l’Étape Czech Republic

May 19, 2026 at 1:48 pm2 min reading

Fuelling for a road race is a whole new challenge compared to my usual rides, and getting it right could make or break my performance. Here’s how I’m preparing to keep my energy up for four hard hours in the saddle.

How Can Cyclists Get Away with a Really High Sugar Intake and Stay Healthy?

May 14, 2026 at 2:35 pm2 min reading

Health & Training

The cycling world is full of paradoxes, but few are as glaring as this: Health authorities warn the public to cut back on sugar to avoid obesity, diabetes, and metabolic disorders. Yet, cyclists are often encouraged to consume 60 to 120+ grams of sugar per…

Winter Riding: Why You Need More Carbs on the Coldest Rides

January 13, 2026 at 9:21 pm2 min reading

Health & Training

Winter riding always tricks me into thinking I don’t need to eat or drink much. The rides are shorter, the pace is lower, and I rarely feel hungry or thirsty in the cold. But that instinct has caused more problems than I expected, especially once…

Carb Intake – Should You Consider Your Weight?

April 18, 2025 at 5:13 pm2 min reading

Health & Training

Most cyclists know carbohydrates are essential fuel. Typically, daily carbohydrate recommendations are based on body weight. Starting at around 5 g of carbs per kilogram for moderate training days all the way up to 12 g per kg on race days. The thing is, recommendations…

Spring & Summer Cycling Snacks

May 6, 2022 at 11:22 am5 min reading

Health & Training

If you dared to venture outdoors for your bike rides over winter, you’ll have likely avoided snacks altogether. You may have taken food that is easy to eat whilst riding or in a short time period – like gels, avoiding long snack stops and ensuring…