94. OPTIMIZING NUTRITION AND SUPPLEMENTS FOR TIME TRIAL SUCCESS - BY JEFF ROTHSCHILD PhD

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Time trials (TTs) are unique in cycling: solo, all-out efforts against the clock. Whether it’s a 5-minute hill climb, a 1-hour flat TT, or a stage race’s decisive trial, optimal preparation can make the difference between a good ride and your best performance. Below, I’ll break down evidence-based strategies for nutrition and supplements to help you prepare and perform at your peak.

Jeff giving one of his presentations during a scientific congress.

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1. Planning Backwards: The Days Before the TT