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IS NUTRITION VARIETY THE KEY FOR CYCLISTS?? | Leadville Qualifying | Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 539

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Jul 10, 2025
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Alex Larson
Alex Larson, a nutritionist dedicated to enhancing cycling performance through proper nutrition, joins the discussion. They dive into the critical role of dietary variety, revealing its impact on performance and mental health. Pre-race nutrition strategies and hydration tips are explored, emphasizing sodium intake and meal timing. Listeners receive practical hacks for quick meals and insights into balancing convenience with nutrition. They also touch on adapting nutrition for challenging heats while preparing for major races like Leadville and the Death Ride.
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ADVICE

Balance Meal Staples and Variety

  • Keep staple meals but occasionally swap ingredients for variety and nutrient diversity.
  • Twice a month, try new recipes or ingredient swaps to maintain gut health and meal sustainability.
INSIGHT

Nutrition Variety Benefits Gut Health

  • Maintaining a diverse diet promotes a robust gut microbiome that aids digestion and reduces inflammation.
  • Nutrition variety also keeps meals palatable and sustainable over the long term for athletes.
ADVICE

Fuel Pre-Racing Nervous Stomach

  • Use liquid carbs before races to ease digestion when nervous or nauseous.
  • Avoid fat, fiber, and protein pre-race to reduce stomach discomfort and speed digestion.
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