The Best Breakfast For Every Ride


Michael Finch |

Double Century

Kilojoules: 1600 to 2000
Time before: Two hours
Strategy: Double Century riders are often tempted by a big fry-up (at 4000-plus kJ). It’s better to have half that amount–about 2000kJ–and eat throughout the day for an even stream of energy. Because you likely won’t go full throttle, you can eat a wider variety of foods. Lewin suggests a breakfast rich in mixed carbohydrates, plus a little protein and healthy fat. This will give you an energy boost for the start of the ride, but will prevent bonking before the first food station.
Meal Plan: Two pancakes, half a cup of berries, one cup of fat-free yoghurt and one slice of bacon or a scrambled egg. If you plan to ride easy, you can replace the egg with a slice of frittata (see recipe).

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