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Nutrition and hydration are vital for female cyclists as the sport evolves. With longer races and an extended competition season, athletes must refine their fueling strategies. Dr. Heather Logan Sprenger emphasizes the importance of aligning nutrition with physical demands, menstrual cycles, and hormone fluctuations. Chronic under-fueling can lead to Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), impacting power, recovery, and endocrine health.
"Energy availability is really the cornerstone of female performance," says Dr. Logan Sprenger. The fundamentals of nutrition—proteins, carbohydrates, fats—remain unchanged, but awareness and recommendations have significantly improved.
As competition intensifies, it’s crucial for athletes to understand their specific nutritional needs. This awareness can enhance performance and health, making nutrition and hydration not just beneficial, but essential in the quest for success in women’s cycling.
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