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How you choose to fuel up, is very important to your riding experience. Most people aren’t
aware of the basic building blocks of food, hydration, and healthy fats. We need a little bit
of everything to keep our bodies running happy and healthy.
UNHEALTHY PROCESSED FOODS
Whole foods that have been processed AND
stripped of their nutrients, to be replaced with
excess fat or sugar. Otherwise known as “junk
food”. These foods drain your energy and make
you easily tired.
Getting enough sleep is
important for being alert
and focused!
Portable snacks means
portable energy! Keep
them close for focus and
better bike rides.
Regular exercise is
essential to a good
mood, energy,
& focus.
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WHOLE FOODS
PROCESSED FOODS
VS
Fruits & Veggies
Whole Grains
Beans, Meat, & Eggs
Nuts & Seeds
Dairy
White Flour
White Sugar
Potato Chips
Cookies
Margarine
Soda
Plain Yogurt
Peanut Butter
Freeze Dried Fruit
Whole Grain Granola
HEALTHY PROCESSED FOODS
WHAT ARE WHOLE FOODS?
HEALTHY BENEFITS
These are whole foods that have been
processed, but not stripped of their nutrients.
Whole foods are all encompassing, when
it comes to foods in their natural form. This
type is also the kind you want to rely on to
have a balanced, healthy, diet for riding.
Ice Cream
Candy Bars
Pastries
SUCH AS
SUCH AS
SUCH AS
Starchy Veggies
Helps
fuel your
ride
Gives you
good
energy
Boosts
your
mood
Helps
you stay
focused
FOODS ARE MADE UP OF
THREE
MAIN BUILDING BLOCKS
CARBOHYDRATES
PROTEIN
HEALTHY FATS
PROVIDE YOUR MUSCLES & BRAIN
WITH ENERGY, MOOD BOOSTER
FRUITS & VEGETABLES
PROTEIN, HEALTHY FAT, OR DAIRY
HELPS REPAIR MUSCLES
& KEEPS YOU FULL
FEEDS YOUR BRAIN, GIVES YOU
A STRONG HEART & JOINTS
FOOD PARTNERS
3 WAYS TO FUEL YOUR DAY
+
STARCH
PROTEIN, HEALTHY FAT, OR DIARY
+
Sleep 8+ Hours Per Night
Pack healthy, whole foods
Exercise
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