Nutrition Tip April 29 2010

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Dehydration can negatively impact your cycling or athletic performance. Over-hydrating can also do the same to your performance.   No more than about 80ml (about 1/3 of a cup) of water or diluted sport drink should be chugged back over a 10-20 minute time period throughout your ride or race.

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One Response to “ Nutrition Tip April 29 2010 ”

  1. Myrna CG Mibus on May 2, 2010 at 7:29 pm

    Good information to know. I find that I drink more water than my husband when we ride but based on this information, we’re both doing okay.

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Question: I am using the homebrew sugar formulations (sometimes added to green tea).  I am also trying to wean myself off 1/2 dose adrenalean “lip tonic delivery system” (biorhythm brand- caffeine, hoodia g, synephrine, yohimbe) capsule for energy.

My question is other than juice, can you suggest modifications in lieu of table sugar for energy and hydration.

Answer:

Both raw/organic honey or agave can work great in the homebrew (substitute in the same quantities for the sugar, or to taste), but you do have to shake well in order to make sure they don’t settle out.  Have you tried either of these?  Also, make sure to use at least the minimum amount of salt recommended in the homebrew as the temps rise, you need the sodium replacement if you’re sweating.

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