Road Cycling - what do you eat for each meal?

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LordViperScorpn
06-03-04, 07:01 AM
I have seen several threads about diets and energy boosters. I am a newb just getting in to cycling. I will acquire my first bike in about a week. I cant wait but, I was just wondering what you guys eat. I mean what do you eat for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, while you ride. Tell me what foods go into your body and why. I am trying to figure out a good diet for myself. I have heard eat past or rice for the carbs but, what else does my body need. Any input would be helpful thanks.

slvoid
06-03-04, 07:08 AM
A little meat for protein, lots of fruit and veggies. Stay away from saturated fats and cholesterol. But that's just common sense for a healthy living.
Just remember, once you get your road bike, you'll be burning 1500-3000 calories per ride if you get into it. Replace your energy stores with starches, not sugar drinks and fat and cholesterol. Multi-vitamin won't hurt either for all those minerals you're going to sweat out.

Are you riding to lose weight?
LordViperScorpn
06-03-04, 07:11 AM
A little meat for protein, lots of fruit and veggies. Stay away from saturated fats and cholesterol. But that's just common sense for a healthy living.
Just remember, once you get your road bike, you'll be burning 1500-3000 calories per ride if you get into it. Replace your energy stores with starches, not sugar drinks and fat and cholesterol. Multi-vitamin won't hurt either for all those minerals you're going to sweat out.

Are you riding to lose weight?

Nah Im not riding to lose weight 5'6-5'7 150 I could lose a couple of pounds but by no means am I fat. I am just doing it to stay healthy. If my schedule allows it I would love to compete one day. I just have to get into shape first. I know the basics about eating healthy. I was just wondering if their was something special that cyclist need.