Originally posted by hibiscus09
Hi there! I've been wary of the carbs over the seven years when I've been more into weight lifting than anything else. Since I've bought my bike a couple of months ago, I've totally flipflopped my diet. I'm taking in 55 to 60% carbs each day. I feel like I need them to ride. I haven't gained any weight -- in fact, my bodyfat has lowered a bit. The day before my long rides (so far 38 miles is the tops), I eat a lot more food than I do normally. Probably about 500 to 700 calories more. I definitely need that fuel when I'm out on my long ride.
what she said. I don't eat a lot of carbs either EXCEPT when I know I am going to ride ( the day before) and during, and some for recovery. Quality of the carbs is critical... a donut vs a WW no sugar added fig bar for example. What you will notice is that you will have no staying power or energy at all without carbohydrate intake.