The do’s, don’ts, and donuts of fueling for gravel riding and racing
“Are You Gonna Eat That?” So, you’ve been hearing a lot about this “gravel” thing lately, amiright? Color yourself intrigued. Indeed, gravel is on the tip of seemingly everyone’s tongue, and by now you’ve heard enough to know that there’s a lot to consider…
Adaptogens & New Insights Hiding in Plain Sight
Introduction This is the first in a series of blogs on Optygen & OptygenHP, long-time staples in the First Endurance arsenal. In fact, Optygen was the First Endurance’s first product almost 20 years ago, and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive....
The Glycemic Index & Carbohydrate Fueling
Introduction In this blog, Dr. Bucci discusses how the Glycemic Index can help inform a comprehensive carbohydrate fueling strategy – and the pitfalls that explain why it’s only one input and not the complete answer for maximizing efficient energy...
“Full stick until the line” – Facing the Heat in Castelo Branco
Rally Cycling’s talented all-rounder, Kyle Murphy, has been quietly putting together another impressive year with strong showings throughout the season. He finally clawed his way to the top step on stages two of the Volta a Portugal.
Amino Acids, Exercise, & Immune Health – Timing Is Everything
Dr. Bucci explains how the steady supply of amino acids in EFS and EFS-PRO support the immune system during periods of strenuous, long-term exercise when supply is low, demand is high, and the immune system is actively uptaking and consuming amino acids.
The Fourth Leg – A Professional Approach to Ironman Fueling & Hydration
Introduction We asked MHRacing’s Dr. Matt Hanson, a pro triathlete and coach with an impressive palmares (5 Ironman wins and 5 Ironman 70.3 wins are just the highlights), for his insight into fueling on race day. He was candid enough to share his exact...
Dehydration & Muscle Cramps Part 2 – Nerves, Muscles, & Magnesium
In the previous blog on cramping and dehydration, Dr. Bucci explained the prevailing schools of thought on what causes cramping during exercise, ending with a potential solution to both theories: magnesium.
How Liquid Shot Maximizes Fast Energy
Introduction In this blog, Chief Science Officer Dr. Luke Bucci explains why, even though glucose is the body’s fuel source, Liquid Shot mixes glucose with non-glucose carb sources to exceed the amount of energy glucose can provide on its own. He also...
Rally Cycling has a “No Chain” Day at USPRO
Last month, Joey Rosskopf of Rally Cycling won the US national crit championship. His stablemate, Kyle Murphy, finished third after a day spent animating the race in a two-man break that depleted the strength of EF Education-Nippo, who were easily...
Dehydration & Muscle Cramps
What Causes Them & How To Avoid ThemIntroduction The most common complaint fielded at First Endurance about endurance training is cramping, known officially in scientific literature as Exercise-Associated Muscle Cramping (EAMC). This complaint is...
