Motorcycle riders are pretty active. They go for the toughest
riding challenge. They are into one of the most exhaustive
sports and leisure. Thus, they need extra attention to their
health so as to keep a sound and healthy body.
Forming a healthy eating habit can uplift rider's vigor,
physique and health. Skipping meals and eating junk foods like
cola and burgers are not advisable. Riders have to stay healthy
otherwise they will lose an opportunity to ride and enjoy.
Here are the essential nutrients for riders and other active
individuals:
Carbohydrates Like any other active individual riders must be
fueled by a carbo rich diet. Carbo can fuel both slow and
high-intensity activities like riding. It is the most ergogenic
nutrient. It means that it stimulates performance. Rice, sugars,
pasta, beans, bread, grains and starches are rich in carbo. Lack
of carbo especially when you are physically active may result to
premature exhaustion because the energy stores are depleted.
Fats Fat is not 'all' bad. In fact, it is another energy source
that fuels performance. It supplies the body with essential
fatty acids which are essential to our skin and other organic
functions. It also carries with it fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E
and K) which are good for eyesight, blood clotting and other
benefits. Fat only becomes bad when taken more than twice as
other energy-dense nutrients. Saturated fat or those that are
generally solid at room temperature are less healthful compared
to unsaturated fat. Thus, rider must prioritize unsaturated fat.
Protein Protein is our body's guard against wearing and tearing
of tissues. It grows new tissues in order to repair the damaged
ones. Nuts, tofu, peanut butter, red meat, beans, cheese,
chicken and fish are rich in protein. Riders must set 15 to 18
per centum of protein in their daily diet.
Calcium Dairy products like milk and cheese are best sources of
calcium. Other sources are broccoli, kale and collard greens.
Calcium is for strong bones and teeth. It also helps protect
against muscle cramps.
Sodium Do not cut on salt because they are essential in the
absorption of water, stimulation of thirst reflex and
maintaining fluid balance.
Potassium Bananas and orange juice are good sources of
potassium. Potassium is an electrolyte which sometimes gets
depleted over a long period of hard work. Riders must have
enough so as not to deplete electrolyte. Nevertheless, nothing
beats the essence of plain water. So take ample water but do not
overdo it because heavy tummy limits movements. You may not like
it when there is a need for you to stop every fifteen minutes
just to look for urinals. What if there is none? What an
inconvenience!
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