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Energy Gels for Running: Everything You Need To Know

Running gels are great for long distances but can be an unpleasant experience causing gastric distress for many. Learn the right way to use sports gels for running and get the energy you need, when...
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Energy Gel Alternatives That You’ll Actually Enjoy Using

If, like us, you’ve been searching for another way, you’ve come to the right place because we’ve rounded up some of the best energy gel alternatives for fuelling your efforts.
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Nutrition for Long Distance Cycling: Here’s What You Should Eat

Whether you’re competing in Ironman, challenging yourself on a sportive or simply cycling for fun, fitness or adventure on the weekends, knowing what to eat to power your long distance rides is crucial. How you...
Cycling Nutrition, Food & Diet: The Complete Guide
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Cycling Nutrition, Food & Diet: The Complete Guide

As a passionate cyclist you'll know the importance of good nutrition but the wealth of information out there can be complicated, conflicting and confusing! We take it right back to the basics for a simple...
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Electrolyte Powder for Cycling: Tips and Best Drinks Guide

Putting some extra thought into your cycling hydration strategy could be the simple tweak you need to improve your performance, reduce fatigue and boost endurance – and enjoyment – in the saddle. Here is Veloforte’s...
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Long Distance Cycling: Tips and Training Guide

Are you ready to go long? Not sure what to pack, or how to go about training for a long ride? Gareth Winter, knows a thing or two about long distance cycling, having ridden with...
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What to Eat After a Run: The Ultimate Guide to Recovery Foods

After the exertion of running, you'll be left with lower glycogen levels, micro-tears in your muscles and depleted electrolytes and minerals. To repair your muscles and replace lost nutrients, it's essential that you eat the...
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6 Alternatives to Protein Powder You’ll Actually Enjoy

Protein is an essential part of a healthy balanced diet. As the body’s building blocks, proteins play a vital role helping to grow new cells, building and repairing muscles, boosting immunity and generally keeping us...
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Should You Be Exercising With DOMS?

You’ve worked extra hard on the turbo trainer, really pushed it on those hill sprints or tried a new strength training routine at the gym, and in the days following, everything hurts. Welcome to the...