When Altitude Collects the Bill
I felt incredible for nearly three hours at Bighorn Gravel—until everything changed near the top of the 11,000-foot Hat Creek climb. This wasn't just a hard race; it was a lesson in exercise physiology. Here's what happens to your body as elevation rises, why sustainable power drops, why GI issues become more common, and how to pace and fuel smarter when racing at altitude.
Fueling Unbound…The adversity that our guts endured
Unbound Gravel 2026 wasn't just a test of fitness—it was a test of nutrition strategy. Torrential rain, muddy bottles, and agricultural runoff created unique hydration challenges for athletes. Learn why protecting your fluids can be just as important as choosing the right carbohydrate plan, along with practical tips to reduce GI risk and keep fueling when conditions deteriorate.
When the First Race of the Season Is Going to Hit 100°
Hot-weather racing changes hydration, fueling, pacing, and recovery dramatically. Learn how cyclists can prepare for extreme heat, manage stage races, and avoid common mistakes in 90–100°F conditions.
Trying to Get Leaner While Training? Eating Less Isn’t the Shortcut
Many endurance athletes try to get leaner by eating less during training, but under-fueling often backfires. Learn how fueling rides properly supports performance, recovery, appetite regulation, and sustainable body composition.
Ketones: they’re everywhere
Ketone supplements promise endurance performance, recovery, and “free energy,” but the research is far more mixed than the marketing suggests. Learn what science actually says about ketones for cyclists.
supplements that rack up the bill — Worth It?
Cyclists spend huge amounts on supplements promising recovery, endurance, and “free watts.” Here’s what the science actually says about popular endurance supplements and whether they’re truly worth it.
Power Meters: The Best Investment or Just an Expensive Confidence Killer?
They’re everywhere—on cranks, pedals, hubs, and even built into the conversation at your local group ride. Power meters have become a standard in cycling tech. But are they truly worth the investment, or are they turning your training into a numbers game that undermines your confidence?
A Proven Supplement to Boost Your Cycling Performance: Sodium Bicarbonate
When you're chasing peak watts and podiums, every detail matters. At Mach1 Performance, we’re always looking for science-backed strategies to help our athletes perform their best—and one powerful but often overlooked tool is sodium bicarbonate.
More than just baking soda, this common compound has serious research behind it when it comes to buffering fatigue, increasing sprint performance, and helping you push through high-intensity efforts.
Electrolytes: Are You Wasting Money on the Wrong Hydration Mix?
You train hard, fuel smart, and track every watt. But if you’re overlooking your hydration strategy—or buying a fancy mix loaded with unnecessary extras—you could be flushing performance (and money) down the drain.
Do This One Thing Before Your Next Big Race: Carbo-Loading Done Right
You train hard. You eat well. But if you're not sleeping deeply and consistently, you're leaving watts on the table. Sleep isn’t just “recovery”—it’s a performance enhancer, hormone regulator, injury-preventer, and your most underutilized training tool.
Unlocking the Power of Macronutrients for Cyclists
Nutrition is your foundation. Whether you’re crushing long climbs or cruising recovery miles, fueling your body with the right macronutrients can unlock performance gains, boost recovery, and help you feel stronger—on and off the bike.