They're pretty great on potassium I know for sure. Back in the day when I used to go on training rides with my ironman triathlon nerd friends we'd carry bananas for that point around 90 miles where the cramping starts to set in, and they totally work, albeit for a somewhat brief time.
Oh wow, that would for sure be refreshing at any rate!
But it would be harder to carry on a bicycle on a 100 mile ride. On the other hand, the added weight would make for better training! But then, we all had loads of water bottles also. Additionally, peanutbutter and honey sandwiches were easy to carry and felt adequate.
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WeekOne ago
Hahaha, the one guy that grabbed an armload of bananas!!
SparklingWiggle ago
yeah, worth $3. At least they are healthy.
Broc_Lia ago
Not really. Nutritionally they're like sugary bread.
SparklingWiggle ago
I posted a link with a bunch of benefits. Antioxidants, Magnesium, Vitamin C, Potassium, etc.
Broc_Lia ago
Isn't it pretty light on those? I thought you were better off using citrus fruit or apples.
lord_nougat ago
They're pretty great on potassium I know for sure. Back in the day when I used to go on training rides with my ironman triathlon nerd friends we'd carry bananas for that point around 90 miles where the cramping starts to set in, and they totally work, albeit for a somewhat brief time.
Broc_Lia ago
Nice! I'll give that a try.
Personally my tournament food is watermelon. It's a great source of sugar and vitamins, while also being really hydrating.
lord_nougat ago
Oh wow, that would for sure be refreshing at any rate!
But it would be harder to carry on a bicycle on a 100 mile ride. On the other hand, the added weight would make for better training! But then, we all had loads of water bottles also. Additionally, peanutbutter and honey sandwiches were easy to carry and felt adequate.
I miss that. I should ride again.
Broc_Lia ago
Yeah, depends on the sport. The ones I play mostly involve hanging out at a sports pitch so the weight of refreshments isn't an issue.