Nutrition

Nutrition

Expert advice on nutrition for cycling including what you should eat when riding a bike, advice on supplements and dietary requirements plus healthy recipe ideas

Black Bean Burgers

Hearty meat-free burgers rich in protein, fibre and iron
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Fish, Chips and Mushy Peas

A low-fat – and tasty – take on the traditional British Friday night feast
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Chickpea Mocha Brownies

Delicious brownies that are perfect for fuelling your workout
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Chicken Tikka Masala

A healthy twist on the nation's favourite curry that doesn't hold back on flavour
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Cauliflower Pizza

The perfect post-workout treat – delicious and packed full of protein
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Breakfast Burrito

Our take on the classic Mexican burrito
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"It's why racing is so fast now" | Forget aerodynamics and new tech, rising carb limits are behind the lightning-fast speeds of WorldTour racing

Recipe: these tahini banana bread muffins are the perfect indulgent mid-workout snack for plant-based athletes

This Michelin-starred chef's muffin recipe is a satisfyingly semi-savoury vegan sweet treat
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Save money by making your own energy drinks – this is how you do it

Save cash with homemade sports hydration
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Michelin-starred chef and British Cycling consultant wants you to eat less meat – here are 5 delicious vegan recipes to try

​​In Plant Powered Performance, Alan Murchison turns his attentions to vegan food and we share five delicious recipes from the new recipe book
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Cycling nutrition: everything you need to know, according to the latest science

Nutrition basics, how to manage your feeding when riding, DIY options and more
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Best cycling recovery drinks in 2025: our favourite carb and protein mixes for post-ride refuelling

Find the best recovery drink for your riding and learn more about post-ride recovery in our buyer's guide
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Protein for cycling: are you eating enough to recover fast and get stronger?

We explain everything cyclists need to know about this muscle-building micronutrient
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Fuel like Tour de France riders with these recipes from a pro cycling chef

Tour de France pro chef Hannah Grant shares five recipes loved by elite riders that will boost your cycling performance and electrify your taste buds
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How to stay hydrated on your bike

We explain how much and what to drink in different conditions
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How to lose weight through cycling: 13 tips to help you shed the pounds

The best ways to get fitter and lighter on the bike
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Carbohydrates and cycling: how to use carbs to ride faster and further  

Carbohydrate intake, timing and type explained
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10 of the best energy drinks for cyclists – and how to choose the right drink for your needs

How to fuel and hydrate at the same time, plus our buyer's guide
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Sodium bicarbonate supplements are all the rage in pro cycling – but what happened when I underwent a bicarb trial?

I took part in an independent trial of the Maurten Bicarb System used by Team Jumbo-Visma
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How to ride your first century, double century or longer distance in 2025

Five tips to help you achieve your long-distance goals
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9 of the best energy bars for keeping the bonk at bay

A jersey-pocketful of the finest fuel for on and off the bike
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Beginner's cycling tips: 25 essential pieces of advice for new cyclists

Our guide to the basics of cycling kit, clothing, technique and more
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The best energy gels for cycling in 2025

A selection of our favourite mid-ride fuels
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8 tasty ways to use up your Christmas leftovers

Fuel your cycling and polish off the turkey in one go!
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