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Stephen Shrubsall

I'm a nutritionist - this is how long a bike ride needs to be for carb loading to be beneficial, and what to eat

Cyclist sit down at a table to enjoy a meal in cycling kit.

We've all seen or heard of pasta parties preceding major endurance events, and the concept of filling up before a big ride is rarely lost on cyclists.

But, what kind of ride actually requires a dedicated carb loading approach? And, how do you ensure that you're getting the right volume of energy food in? 

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