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Getting used to eating on long rides can be just as challenging as the ride itself. In order to keep your energy stores at the levels that they should be, it is recommended to eat 60g of carbohydrates per hour and at least one 500ml bottle of fluid. That might not sound like a lot, but when you're exercising for more than three hours in hot weather, the task can be more daunting than it sounds.
Digestion, bike handling and how to pack your food are all common problems you'll have to solve before you head out on the road. Below are seven easy tips to help make your on-the-bike refueling easier to stomach.
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Struggling to tear a wrapper while your riding can lead to a lapse in concentration, especially once you become fatigued on a long ride. Cutting the package across the top with a pair of scissors before you leave home will make it easier.
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Using these tips for fueling on the bike will keep you cycling stronger and faster as your rides go longer.
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