Low carb cycling?

[Dannielle]

that's exactly it. I DO feel I need a little carb boost on the bike. But I try to time it just right...almost using sugar/carbs as a medicine, if that makes sense. I want it in me when I'm riding and used up when I'm done.

I often have a larabar in the car on the way to the trail. And when I'm riding long I pack a little cooler with a protein shake made with 1/2 banana to enjoy when I'm driving home.

But when it's hot like it is now I find myself going for gels (prefer chocolate #9 with agave) or cytomax to drink. I switch to propel or crystal light to drink for the last hour of the ride with the intent of not having any any sugar in me when I'm finished.

I, too, don't feel the same need to add extra carbs for the gym. Just when I'm on the bike for a couple/few hours. And especially in the heat. That seems to make a big difference for some reason.

I really want to read Paleo for Athletes. I haven't managed to track it down in ebook form yet or else I'd have read it by now. I try to stay out of book stores. I get into big trouble in them lol.