Cyclist diet help needed

mikeeats

Do any cyclist out there have any suggetions on what works for them on the bike that won't kill your daily net calories intake and also keeps you from bonking? I want to be able to ride strong for 30-50 miles three times a week without eating too much but also want to make it up the three mile hill at the end of the ride.

tmcowan

I take GU Chomps about every 45 minutes of biking/running, only 100 calories but you get the carbs you need.

conway3

I recently completed a 1/2 Ironman. When I train, I take 1/2 of a banana and apple slices to eat after about mile 30. I usually ride 55-70mi/day on training weekends. I go for the green/yellow bananas anyway, and riding these hold up better than ripe ones. Be careful in packing them or you will end up with a new flavor of Gu. :bigsmile:

theladywhistler

I've been looking for an energy boost to replace sugar free red bull. I know that stuff is so bad for you over time but it certainly does work!!!

theladywhistler

Oh there's a drink called Verve that I believe is sold directly via the company or distributor which is supposed to be very good. I haven't tried it yet but will soon.