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Carbohydrates are an important source of energy for our body. Even if we do not consume carbohydrates, the body produces carbohydrates itself from other substances such as amino acids or lactate in order to maintain a constant blood sugar level. The intake of carbohydrates is essential when exercising at high intensity. However, there is a …

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DEUTSCHE VERSION In recent years, the term “Zone2 training” has made it into the hobby scene. What is it all about and what are the sources of error? Training mistake made by many athletes: Zone2 training is too hard Zone2 is a newer term for basic training in the lower endurance zone, formerly known as …

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Deutsche Version My new book is ready to go (Radbuch.de): Radbuch.de LEBE DEINE LEIDENSCHAFT – Gesund und fit am Fahrrad Radbuch.de The pre-order runs until the end of April. At the same time, there is a vacation competition. All pre-orders will be entered into a prize draw to win a vacation in Carinthia on Lake …

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Deutsche Version Gastric emptying plays an important role in sports nutrition. The emptying of the stomach not only affects well-being, which has a significant influence on performance, especially in competition. The availability of food and the associated continuous supply of energy depend on it. Last but not least, gastric emptying is also crucial for hydration, …

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In cooperation with POWERBAR, I will be testing POWERBAR products for the next few weeks. During this time, I can offer my readers 20 percent off POWERBAR products. The discount is valid in the official POWERBAR store and can be redeemed with the code* PBLB-20 on a wide range of products (no affiliate). 20% code*: …

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deutsche Version hier Our metabolism forms a cycle with our human environment. This also applies to breathing and the air we breathe. The air we breathe consists of two main components: around 78 percent is nitrogen and around 21 percent oxygen. Only 1 percent of other gases remain, with the inert gas argon accounting for …

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Looking back on my (cycling) year 2024, there were some aha moments, two tough races and, of course, wonderful moments. I actually wrote my first book for cyclists. Publication is planned for spring 2025. As a Christmas present, I received my first SPD wading pedals (ASSIOMA PRO MX), which generate new insights thanks to the …

35,000 vertical meters in 12 days Dolomites – Danger: glaucoma – Review 2024 Read More »

Which cycling jacket for winter? Many cyclists are currently asking themselves this question. I would like to present three jackets from different manufacturers here. For the German manufacturer Biehler, the Deep Winter Cargo jacket from the winter 2023/2024 is entering the race. From the Australian manufacturer Maap, I present the 2024 winter model. Some of …

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At the end of September, when the days get shorter, we cyclists head south to warmer climes. In Croatia, for example, it is still warm for longer in the fall. The 3500 km² peninsula on the Adriatic, Istria, is largely Croatian. This is where the famous Istria300 cycling race takes place. However, there is no …

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Pink or white? Rain or sun? The question of all questions before the Ötztaler Cycle Marathon is always the question of the weather. This year the weather conditions were almost perfect. Not too hot and not too cold. 14 to 24 degrees from start to finish with local outliers reaching just below the 30-degree mark …

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