Healthy eating habits/Nutrition to Optimise Endurance Cycling Performance

Why is nutrition essential for endurance cyclng?
The aim for all riders is to start the ride with fully replenished muscle fuel stores – also known as “glycogen stores”. Having your usual carbohydrate intake as well as resting (or performing light training) 24-36 hours before the ride and eating the appropriate pre-event meal will allow you to achieve this.
 * To boost your energy levels
 * For effective recovery

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Carbohydrates & Glycogen (Energy) Stores
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