HBF Lifestyle & Learn
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Exercise and Insulin Resistance: Why Carbs During Exercise Don’t Spike Insulin
Athletes are constantly searching for clarity around carbohydrates, blood sugar, and insulin, especially as conversations around exercise and insulin resistance become more common. At Hummingbird Fuels, we focus on cutting through confusion with evidence based explanations that reflect how the...
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What to Eat Before a Bike Ride for Energy, Endurance, and Performance
At Hummingbird Fuels, we believe fueling should be simple, effective, and grounded in real science. In our Fuel Science Corner, we sit down with food scientist Richard to answer common questions athletes have about fueling, especially when it comes to...
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5 Century Rides in 8 Days - Upping the Ante of the Rapha Festive 500
Every year, cyclists around the world take on the Festive 500, a tradition of riding 500 kilometers between December 24–31. This year, we decided to push it even further. Instead of 500 kilometers, we upped the ante to 500 miles. Follow our journey.
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Cluster Dextrin vs Maltodextrin: What Actually Fuels Performance
Cluster dextrin vs maltodextrin explained. Learn which carbs fuel endurance best, digest fastest, and why Hummingbird uses simple science-backed carbs.
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100 Mile Pre-Ride Check List: Cold, Windy, Rainy Edition
This checklist is designed to help you get ready and feel confident to fuel your fun, not scrambling at mile 60 because you forgot a layer, under-fueled, or are dealing with avoidable mechanical issues.
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Carbs for a Race: How Many You Really Need (Before, During & After)
Featuring insights from Richard MSc, BSc, Food Scientist at Hummingbird Fuels Endurance athletes hear it all the time: fuel matters. But knowing how much to eat and when to eat it can make or break a race. When athletes under-fuel,...