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Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-23-13, 11:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,741
Posted By suppcyc

We've known this about lactic acid for awhile now...

We've known this about lactic acid for awhile now but the idea is engrained in the mind of athletes everywhere and won't go away any time soon.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-22-13, 10:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,106
Posted By suppcyc

5 Hour Energy has a ton of fake sugar (I think...

5 Hour Energy has a ton of fake sugar (I think they use sucralose), which seems like a bad idea before a bike ride. It really only has about as much caffeine as strong cup of coffee.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-22-13, 06:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,122
Posted By suppcyc

Research has demonstrated that consuming...

Research has demonstrated that consuming carbohydrates and protein somewhere in the 4:1 to 3:1 ballpark within 30 minutes helps to replenish glycogen in the muscles. For added effect, some studies...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-19-13, 03:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,122
Posted By suppcyc

Sure, 4:1 carbohydrate-to-protein ratio drink or...

Sure, 4:1 carbohydrate-to-protein ratio drink or meal, glutamine, and a comprehensive antioxidant supplement.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-16-13, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,781
Posted By suppcyc

I'm glad the article mentioned the erythrogenic...

I'm glad the article mentioned the erythrogenic strategies that cyclists implement, such as EPO.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-15-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 508
Posted By suppcyc

Did you warm up beforehand? It's really important...

Did you warm up beforehand? It's really important to warm up before mountain bike (and cyclocross) races due to high intensity hole shots, as everyone is battling for position. Obviously it could be...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-15-13, 05:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,022
Posted By suppcyc

You'd probably be better off with maltodextrin as...

You'd probably be better off with maltodextrin as opposed to sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup (what you'd find in Coke and Snickers). Maltodextrin won't spike your insulin as much as these simple...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-14-13, 07:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,289
Posted By suppcyc

Right on.

Right on.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-14-13, 07:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,142
Posted By suppcyc

Doing leg work in the gym is a great way to...

Doing leg work in the gym is a great way to increase power output. Doing core work will most likely make you more comfortable on the bike and make you a smoother rider. I say go for it, if you enjoy...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-14-13, 07:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 820
Posted By suppcyc

Nordic skate skiing during the off-season. Yoga...

Nordic skate skiing during the off-season. Yoga once or twice a week year-round, if possible.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-12-13, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,096
Posted By suppcyc

For climbing, it's all about mass. Watts per...

For climbing, it's all about mass. Watts per kilogram is essentially the most important measurement for cycling in general. For climbing, it's all about getting your weight (and your wheels) as...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-08-13, 08:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 682
Posted By suppcyc

During the season, on days I can't ride outside,...

During the season, on days I can't ride outside, I just do 20 minutes of high intensity and high cadence on the rollers. Low intensity and long spins during the off-season (also on the rollers). That...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-06-13, 06:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,079
Posted By suppcyc

While riding I like peaches because depending on...

While riding I like peaches because depending on how gassed you are, you don't even have to chew them that much. I also like the coconut cream pie flavored Lärabar because it's delicious and it has...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-06-13, 02:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,878
Posted By suppcyc

Do you have a gluten sensitivity?

Do you have a gluten sensitivity?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-06-13, 02:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,431
Posted By suppcyc

Eat less carbs. A spoonful of coconut oil or MCT...

Eat less carbs. A spoonful of coconut oil or MCT oil can give you energy to ride, without stimulating the release of insulin. Without the insulin, you'll be able to "burn" more fat. Of course, you...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-06-13, 02:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,431
Posted By suppcyc

Eat less carbs. A spoonful of coconut oil or MCT...

Eat less carbs. A spoonful of coconut oil or MCT oil can give you energy; without insulin you will be able to "burn" more fat on your rides, although you won't be as fast or have as much endurance as...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-01-13, 03:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,465
Posted By suppcyc

Your body doesn't really use protein for energy,...

Your body doesn't really use protein for energy, so when you're eating "1200 calories with a lot of lean protein and veggies" most of your energy is coming from the vegetables. If you want to eat...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-01-13, 03:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,467
Posted By suppcyc

What about a Calcium/Magnesium/Potassium...

What about a Calcium/Magnesium/Potassium supplement? In capsule form, as opposed to drink mix (which give you sugar or artificial sweeteners).

The best things to reduce muscle pain is to eat a...
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