SPORTS NUTRITION Ep1 | Fruits, Veggies, Carbs for Everyday Performance

CASTELLI Cycling Podcast

What role does nutrition play in establishing a solid foundation for performance? The answer might be simpler than you think.

We dive into the discussion on optimizing everyday nutrition for cyclists, endurance athletes, and triathletes, unraveling the importance of a diverse range of colorful fruits and veggies for peak performance.

Discover practical tips for maintaining gut health, the impact of fiber intake, and insights into macronutrients. Don't miss out on this invaluable insight into maximizing your athletic potential through smart nutrition choices.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

(00:00) Introduction

(07:58) How Many Servings of Daily Fruits and Vegetables

(10:55) Multivitamin Supplements, Is There Really Any Benefit

(13:24) Organic vs. Conventional: Which Has More Nutrients

(16:52) The Problem with Too Much Fiber Before a Workout

(17:27) Tips on Carbohydrate Fueling and Maintaining Steady Sugar Levels

(22:58) Why Variety and Colorful Foods Are Better

(29:59) Recommended Daily Fiber Intake

(33:57) Should You Take a Daily Probiotic Supplement

– GUEST –

Dani Hofstetter has been fueling champions for over 20 years. He holds the IOC Diploma in Sports Nutrition, awarded by the International Olympic Committee as part of the program of the IOC Medical and Scientific Commission. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with a wide spectrum of athletes, from World Tour cyclists to mountaineers and everyday amateur cyclists.

CONNECT

Dani Hofstetter bio: https://danihofstetter.ch/en/about-me/

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/danihofstetter/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/dh_performance_nutrition/

Strava: https://strava.com/athletes/724878

– HOST –

Søren Jensen, the Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has been working for this iconic brand since 2006. You can usually find him riding the backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso.

CONNECT

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sjensen77/

https://strava.com/athletes/584917

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