Comments on: Starving at Night

By: Kelli, RD

Kelli, RD — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:05:00 +0000

Hi Tim,
Thanks for your comment. With this particular question, you’re right, a full assessment of health/nutrition/cycling goals and eating habits would be a great idea – and something I would do with any client. Usually, I provide guidance with weight goals as it is sometimes just not healthy or necessary to drop weight. And, I find that many times, going too low doesn’t really provide a strength:weight benefit as overall health, strength, power, stamina, and even quality of life can decrease. Risk of over-training and fatigue can increase. On the other hand, many high level competitive clients and pro clients simply benefit from getting to a light weight as long as they stay healthy and strong. And, lastly, I think all weight goals should be “moving targets” and adjusted as necessary. Thanks again! Kelli, RD

By: Kelli, RD

Kelli, RD — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:05:00 +0000

By: Tim Starry

Tim Starry — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 15:41:00 +0000

perhaps we also need to ask the question why you have a “goal” racing weight…