Originally Posted by
shovelhd
I completely disagree with your first sentence. I eat a good breakfast, well rounded, fruits, protein, and carbs, every day. A good breakfast is essential to keeping the balance between eating and overeating in your favor.
I do as well, but I delay it until after my morning ride. Part of that is to encourage the aforementioned adaptation, and part of it is mental. I like the "NILIF" (Nothing In Life Is Free) mantra, and enjoy having earned my meal. After a 1 hour commute, my meal will likely be a banana, some great aged cheddar, and whole grain crackers. If it has been a hard commute, I'll add a protein drink. After a several hour weekend ride, or a race, it will be a sausage and eggs calorie fest.
The times I have a tendency to overeat is when I'm
not riding much, due to travel or whatever.