In this race nutrition plan, I cover the nitty-gritty behind my nutritional and caloric needs for the Breck Epic 6 day MTB stage race. I documented my entire meal plan, from a few days leading up to the race, throughout the 6 days of the race and after the race was over. I also include a TON of recipes that you can use to fuel your next bike race, event or long-haul journey.

When you’re in need of a quick post-workout snack, look no further than this simple, tasty Apple Slice Rice Cake with Maple Tahini Spread. It’s filled with complex carbs, healthy fats, protein, and spices, making it the perfect 5-minute prep recovery snack.

Start your morning off on the right pedal with a well-balanced Banana Coconut Breakfast Bar or Bite. These grab n’ go breakfast treats are gluten-free and high in protein and healthy fats. They are slightly sweetened with honey and banana, making them a sustaining, healthy breakfast choice.

These Mini Cinny Roll Bites sure hit the spot when it comes to comfort, recovery foods while the air is starting to get a little cooler in Breckenridge. Enjoy during a recovery day, for an early morning breakfast treat or as a weekend (or weeknight) midnight snack in just 10 minutes or less.

At this point, my tapering period for the Breck Epic race has begun. This means less training and increasing my carb intake before the race. So what better than a Grilled Cinnamon Raisin Sourdough Sandwich with Peanut Butter and Banana Slices to kick off this carb increase period? Let’s get baking!

I woke up this morning feeling very fortunate for all the great things that have come my way since making the move to Colorado. Out of all my experiences, mountain bike coaching kids has been the most rewarding. Here's a little documentation of what happens in the day of the life of coaching the kids plus 3 tips for party hosting and food prepping.

As cyclists, we want to look forward to the food we are fueling with and making sure it’s meets our nutritional needs. So what is something that is energy packed, easy to digest and enjoyable to eat? Bike Crispy Bar(s)! They are light and crispy, made with sprouted brown rice cereal and natural sweeteners.

What’s cuter than a 1-year-old baby enjoying a mini donut you made for an early morning treat? Her coming back 5 TIMES for more! These mini baby spiced donuts are made with real, simple ingredients, healthy fats and no refined sugars that will keep you coming back for more.

This no-fuss recipe is one of my favorite bulk food items to prepare. Just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes are required for this tasty breakfast, recovery snack, or dessert! Add granola, fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, and/or jams to top this one off.

When you’re in need of a quick pre-ride or recovery snack you make this energy and recovery dip. Filled with a variety of carbs and a little protein and fat, this is an easy-to-digest source of fuel that provides quick and long-lasting energy.

The name is implied when it comes to this Muesli Toasting Bread. It’s made with simple ingredients including pumpkin seeds, almonds and dates. Make this Biked Good for a comforting treat to indulge on a lazy Sunday morning after a hard weekend of riding.

As carb lovin’ cyclists, there’s nothing more comforting than bread. These 3 ingredient flatbreads are the perfect complement to a bowl of rice, falafel, hummus, eggs and much more!

Soft, chewy, and tangy. These mini sourdough popover loaves and sandwiches make the perfect bike ride snack companion. Learn how to make yours in this how-to guide.

Pull together this Midnight Minute Mug Chocolate Recovery Cake together in 5 minutes or less. This recovery treat is made with almond flour, natural sweeteners, Skratch protein powder and plenty of love to help you recover from a hard day’s work.

This toast with cherry and plum compote makes for a quick and easy sweet breakfast bite! Slather it with goat cheese, yogurt or cream cheese and top with vanilla honey, dried fruit, fresh thyme and/or your favorite nuts.

Mouths were WIDE open for these cookie dough sandwiches over the holiday weekend. Take gluten-free almond flour shortbread cookies, add in the middle a base of strawberry almond shortcake cookie dough and slather on a layer of strawberry compote to make this into one BIG cookie dough sandwich.

Made with my favorite dry muesli mix, whole wheat flour, honey, peanut butter, butter, and coconut sugar. This is the definition of the perfect trail mix cookie, made to be enjoyed on the great Colorado Trail.

Tuck a piece or two of this Peary Cherry Zucchini bread into your back jersey pocket for a fun summertime bike ride snack. It’s full of natural sweeteners, spices and veggies that will have you eating more once you get back home.

Chocolatey, melty and gooey - These Zippity Zucchini Tahini Brownies are sure to bring you back to life during or after a hard, demanding ride.

These muffins are the perfect early morning ride bike snack. Made with zucchini, banana and oats along with a few other simple ingredients - these are made to help wake up your taste buds in no time.