Originally Posted by
chasm54
Pros are seeking to maximise their performance. Most of them couldn't be less interested in losing .
I agree that losing weight is not a racer's main objective (unless they are "overweight" by their own standards at the beginning of the season).
I don't think, however, that losing weight and improving performance are mutually exclusive.
The OP should consult with a certified dietitian. The best that he can hope to get out of these posts are opinions based upon anedoctal experiences.