Training, Nutrition & Cycling Articles

Here are some articles of interst on training, nutrition and cycling skills.

Foods are made up of three components… Carbohydrates, fats and protein. Each has their importance in a healthy diet, however there is a lot of misleading information out there, which makes it confusing for consumers.

Carbo Loading

A quick explanation of carbo-loading for those unsure of what it is and why/how we do it.

Designing a Healthy Meal Plan

So what does all this mean when talking about real foods… what should you be aiming for each day when designing your own meal plans?

Energy Balance - how to lose weight

The principle of weight loss is simple… take in less energy (calories) than the body needs so the body will begin using its fat stores for energy = weight loss.

Pre Competition Meal

The pre event meal, which for most of us will be in the early hours of the morning should be a high CHO meal with small to moderate amounts of protein.

Serving Sizes

What does a serve look like for each food group?

For further details contact:

Ms Olivia Pilla
Accredited Practicing Dietitian
BNutrDiet & BHlthSc.
E: olivia@youneedhealth.com.au