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Numerous factors have been suggested for the increasing speed of professional cyclists, such as advanced bicycles, aerodynamic apparel, altitude training, and heat acclimatization. However, one aspect that has gained significant attention is nutrition. In 2024, a wave of literature and video content emerged, promoting healthy eating practices that enhance both athletic performance and enjoyment of food.
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One trend taken on by almost every World Tour team has been the inclusion of chefs and nutritionists. In 2010, Hannah Grant, a young Danish chef, was brought on by the Saxo Bank team to improve the diets of the riders and was with the team for five seasons. She has written a number of cookbooks and we were very impressed by the “New Grand Tour Cookbook”, a follow-on to 2013’s “Grand Tour Cookbook.” This is a beautiful publication that is enjoyable to leaf through and offers a lot of simple but attractive recipes for the home cook/cyclist.
- Read the full PEZ “The New Grand Tour Cookbook” review HERE.
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Alan Murchison is “The Cycling Chef,” who has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants as well as being a keen amateur athlete, with impressive accomplishments in duathlon as well as cycling time trials. His third book came out this year and again features inventive recipes as well as superb book design. A pleasure to own and an excuse to really dial in your food preparation for specific training and racing periods.
- Read the full PEZ “The Cycling Chef On The Go” review HERE.
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Absolutely, hearing firsthand accounts from the World Tour is invaluable. This brief video created by Precision Fuel and Hydration showcases interviews with the nutritionists from Lotto Dstny during their training camp:
- See the full PEZ “Chowing Down With The Pros” article HERE.
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However, one of the standout video series of the year came from the Giro d’Italia. It showcased a talented young Italian chef who, over the course of 21 “stages,” highlighted the culinary delights of each region that the 2024 Giro would traverse. While some of his creations might not align with the typical dietary needs of competitive cyclists, who really minds? It’s Italian cuisine! And absolutely delightful!
- See the full PEZ “Giro d’EATalia” article HERE.
