Described as one of the most demanding endurance events on earth, the Tour de France is as nutritionally challenging as it is mentally and physically.
But what exactly do riders eat, both on and off the bike?
Breakfast
Breakfast starts with a combination of carbohydrate options, including pasta, quinoa, rice, or bread, plus fruit and vegetable juices.
Also, they have high protein intake foods, like - Greek yogurt, eggs, and smoked salmon.
On The Way To The Start
On the team buses, riders usually consume flapjacks, energy bars, or bottles of electrolyte drinks.
During The Race
During the race, a cyclist might devour 4 energy gel packs and 4 energy bars, 32 ounces of water, 128 ounces of energy drink, two servings of homemade rice cakes, and two meat sandwiches.
After The Race
After the race, the menu includes 32 ounces of water, 32 ounces of a recovery drink, 1 energy bar, 1 meat sandwich, and 2 sweets.
Dinner
At dinner, a cyclist might eat a half-pound mixed vegetables, a half-pound of pasta or potatoes, 12 ounces of yogurt, a half-pound chicken breast with sauce, 32 ounces of water, and 5 ounces of fresh fruit.
Bedtime Snack
For a bedtime snack, a rider might savor a 3rd of a pound of chocolate and 16 ounces of water.
Interesting Facts
According to a 2012 review of all riders, Tour de France competitors weigh between 155 and 165 pounds.
During the Tour de France, cyclists might lose about 10 pounds (from already trim bodies).
By the time they get to Paris, 30 or 40% of bikers are sick with some type of upper respiratory tract infection (due to vigorous physical exercise).
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