Fuel Your Performance: The Science of Pre-Workout and During-Exercise Nutrition

Let’s fuel your success with the right knowledge! The difference between average and exceptional cycling performance, whether you’re preparing for a gravel race or cyclocross, often lies in the details of what you eat and when you eat it.  The cyclists who excel have mastered the art of fueling their bodies strategically.  Whether you’re tackling […]

Race-Week Fueling: How to Eat During Your Taper for Peak Performance

by Coach Paul Warloski You’ve reduced your training volume to freshen up before your A event, whether it’s cyclocross, gravel bike race, or a trail run. Now match it with smart nutrition during your taper.  During the seven to 14 days before your A-priority race, the goal isn’t to eat less; it’s to arrive topped […]

When Your Gut Rebels on the Run: Why GI Distress Happens—and What You Can Do About It

by Coach Nicole Ford Here are Three Things to Know About GI Distress During Running 1. GI distress is common and multifactorialUp to half of endurance runners experience GI symptoms, especially in long ultramarathons. Causes include reduced gut blood flow, heat stress, mechanical jostling, and certain fueling or hydration strategies. 2. Training the gut is […]

How to Hydrate Before a Race: Finding the Right Balance

by Coach Anja Lanser Hydration can make or break an athlete’s performance on race day.  But while many athletes focus on avoiding dehydration, it’s possible to go too far in the other direction — overhydrating, which can harm performance just as much.  Understanding how much water and electrolytes your body really needs is key to […]