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You could probably (definitely?) use a simple sugars / protein mix during and post-bike ride. And don't go on 'em empty-stomached ever.

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Yeah, it's hard to eat enough during a ride cuz it makes you nauseous, same thing with eating really big right before, it's like trying to sprint on a full stomach. I guess I can make sure I take a big protein shake right after. (of course I do drink a carb drink while I ride, it's impossible to do a good ride without one)

I've read a few places that eating a big meal the night before is actually a myth, that's too far ahead and it will just be turned into fat overnight.

Also dunno what the science is on the protein-added energy drinks; I've read some places say it's bogus.

I guess I don't know when the actual muscle burning occurs; is it more about the calorie deficit during the ride, or is the overall daily calorie deficit. I could definitely eat enough after riding to have plenty of daily calories & protein, but not sure if that's good enough.