Hydration has always been a "hot topic" but the latest shift in protocols are changing what we're seeing on the road and in the bottles. Many of the pro level teams are using almost twice as many electrolytes than they were just a couple years ago.
Dehydration can drastically impact your ability to perform and you may even see the decline in performance before you catch on. Hannah Otto lays out how to dial in your hydration and develop a plan to improve performance day-in and day-out.
Simply surviving the Tour is hard enough, yet some teams find ways to thrive in the Tour. What are some of the hottest trends that you may (or may not) see at this year's edition? We have gathered them for Part Three of this series.
If you've ever asked, "what's a day in the life for a Tour rider like?" then this article is for you. While it's easy to watch in awe of what they do, their daily fueling protocol is no easy task. In Part Two of this series we breakdown a day in the life of a Tour rider.
After taking care of water and electrolytes, what's the next hurdle to master for extending performance? Fuel. First Endurance has provided this article for our Insider on what makes for an optimal fueling strategy and how their products fit in.
As the world's most famous cycling race approaches, we are going to take a look at how fueling will be accomplished over this three-week battle. Ever wondered what the best athletes in the world are using? For Part One of our series, we answer that question.
Abiding by zones is key to a specific and successful training plan...but how does that affect what we eat? As a follow-up to the first Training Zones article, this one explains how to appropriately fuel depending on the goal.
Are you getting enough salt (aka) sodium when you train? That is a question we have been diving into recently, and it appears for many athletes, we are not getting enough sodium in our hydration.
Finding the balance between being fueled and avoiding gut issues can be a tricky task, especially on race day. You may feel in the dark on how to properly prepare for race day at breakfast, but this article aims to clear up the confusion and provide some guidance.
Ketones have become a hot topic in the recent years with World Tour level teams pouring money out for them. What are they and why are the top athletes using them? This article touches on the use of ketones for endurance athletes and how you can implement them.
Have you been preparing to tackle a multi-day event or stage race? Adhering to a proper fueling plan can make or break your event – regardless of fitness. Learn the art of fueling for multi-day events.
Training for multiple sports can be a tall task – fueling them appropriately even more so. The Feed's HPT member Josiah “Beast Mode” Middaugh wrote a piece for us on how he handles the challenge.
As Dr. Stacy Sims has stated, "women are not small men". This first installment of our female-focused series addresses the misconceptions around carbohydrate needs for female athletes.
Are you training indoors? This week's top 5 training hacks & tips are all about making your indoor training easier so you can push harder and get more fitness gains.
Sports nutrition can be a complicated subject. Here is our HPT member Hannah Otto to break down nutrition and fueling strategies to take your next session up a notch.
Gels and chews are great for hard training sessions and events. These "lighter fluid" fuel sources need to be used properly, however, for great performance.
High Carb fueling is all the rage and if you aren't doing it, you are at a significant disadvantage to those athletes that are. I'll show you how to start high-carb fueling in your training.
Amino Acids are the hidden foundation of the benefits we see in protein. Here's how to use Amino Acid Supplements to improve your workouts and athletic performance day in and day out.
The Leadville MTB 100 is one of the hardest off-road challenges in the world. Extreme altitude, climbs, and conditions make it iconic. However, fueling it can be the hardest part and is the single biggest factor between a good day and a bad one.
What is the lowest hanging fruit in regards to enhancing athletic performance? It's universally agreed upon that carbohydrates are an endurance athlete's best friend. However, we are quickly learning that protein is a critical component to enhancing strength and overall wellness.
Crushing the pain cave workouts has unique fueling requirements. Here is how I'm fueling my indoor workouts.
Coming up with a race day fueling plan can be intimidating. Proper fueling can be the difference between just finishing the marathon and setting a new PR while feeling great.
If you aren't hydrating correctly, nothing else in your fueling strategy matters. Here's how to implement proper hydration for short, medium and long training sessions.
Carbs have had a tough time as of late. Yet, they serve a crucial role in providing us the fuel necessary for athletic endeavors in addition to the nourishment they bring to our body. How do we cut through the confusion?