Originally Posted by
NomarsGirl
I don't like the heat and have figured out that early is the only time of day tolerable for me to be outside. What do you morning people eat before a ride? I have been having food issues (I don't eat enough) and need ideas for how to fuel my body so I can get out and ride. I'm not trying to lose weight so not concerned about calories or fat.
Usually nothing.
Two 200-250 calorie energy bars for 100+ mile rides then half one every hour.
You can't digest more than 240 calories of sucrose and 120 calories of fructose an hour. A little protein helps alertness and a little fat helps satiety but they won't do much for energy.