Nutrition

Step away from the supplements and give your cycling a boost with some pure, unprocessed goodness, writes Mayur Ranchordas

By Cycling Weekly Published 16 May 13

Head to Head: Energy Bars - We pit two tasty energy-boosting snacks to the test to see which is bestest

By Cycling Weekly Published 12 November 10

It’s the most important meal of the day but breakfast is so often overlooked by time-pressed cyclists; we take a look at some quick and easy breakfasts for cyclists

By Robert Hicks Published 6 May 15

If you’re striving to eat healthily, takeaways and restaurant meals can be a major pitfall, but there are some simple swaps you can make to win the calorie and fat battle

By Cycling Active Published 25 November 14

Not a fan of really sickly sweet energy gels, but like the taste of pink grapefruit? This may be the gel for you...

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 22 January 15

Two recovery drinks from Endurox and Science in Sport go up against each other

By Cycling Weekly Published 14 December 10

The MuleBar Kicks Natural Energy Gel is the sort of gel we could eat on and off the bike (well, almost) and also delivers when it comes to nutrition.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 22 January 15

Mornflake Go! high protein porridge is made of oat flakes supplemented with 12% soya protein, uppting its protein content to 21% for an extra morning boost.

By Paul Norman Published 12 August 16

On rides over ninety minutes, taking on some fuel is important, unless you wish to risk 'bonking'. The High Five Banana Energy Gel aims to provide a quick and convenient source of glucose.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 17 January 15

The ideal remedy for any cyclist looking to give their immune system a boost

By Paul Knott Published 15 February 17

We show you how to make flapjacks that are perfect as a mid-ride snack

By Paul Knott Published 29 September 16

We review the latest the energize energy bar from Powerbar, a giant of the sports nutrition world

By Paul Knott Published 29 December 16

Sean Fowler has been at the forefront of nutrition in the pro peloton for nearly eight years, with the knowledge and stories to back it up

By Paul Knott Published 25 April 17

Sodium bicarbonate has been used since the 1930's as a boost for short sprint style events but now can it be used for the endurance athlete?

By Cycling Weekly Published 30 August 13

The makers claim that this caffeinated gum will enable you to study smarter, compete harder, focus better, stay alert longer and party forever

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 7 November 14

British food supplement brand, Zipvit produce some great energy bar options

By Paul Knott Last updated 8 July 21

If you need a good, hearty meal to spur you home at the end of a long ride, this this slow-cooked lamb shoulder will provide great motivation and nutrition.

By Paul Knott Published 27 February 17

Find out what is inside a World Tour rider’s feed bag from LottoNL-Jumbo’s soigneur Dries Bos

By Paul Knott Published 24 May 17

A recent CW survey revealed a stark divide in opinion on sports supplements. But who wins this debate, asks Chris Marshall-Bell, the purists or the pill-poppers?

By Richard Windsor Published 22 January 21

One of the new breed of 'all-natural' energy gels, the Honey Stinger Organic Energy Gel delivers a great sugar hit in a more traditional energy gel experience.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 19 January 15

With a throwback design, the Veloforte Classico is one of the newest energy bars to hit the market.

By Paul Knott Published 25 February 17

PowerBar supply the BMC team with their sports nutrition needs, but how do their PowerGels taste?

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 4 February 15

Ensuring you consume your post ride protein within a 30 minute window is crucial for recovery. The SiS Rego mint chocolate bar seeks to be a convenient and tasty solution to protein intake.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 23 November 14

Perfect for an early morning ride, these breakfast themed rice cakes will help satisfy those cravings out on the bike

By Paul Knott Published 9 November 16

Beta-alanine a naturally occourring amino acid can boost performance for short periods, can it help you?

By Cycling Weekly Published 7 June 13

Start your day off on the front foot with this easy to make morning smoothie

By Paul Knott Published 1 May 17

The ultimate slow cooked, low calorie meal that have your taste buds tingling the moment you step back through the door.

By Paul Knott Published 8 August 17