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Nutrition Guide

Fueling the Ride IRL: How Do the Choices Stack Up Against Nutrition Advice?

Perfect sports nutrition looks nothing like what most cyclists actually eat — and that's mostly fine. This guide breaks down five real fueling habits, from Red Bull and gummy bears before a Zwift race to an entire pizza before a gravel ride, and the small tweaks that make each one work better.

By Lori Russell

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