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What do Line Caught Tuna and Luchos have in common?
What do Line Caught Tuna and Luchos have in common?
More than one might think..... Seas The Day ! Jess Rowe and Mims Payne arrived in Cairns at the weekend (18th October) having successfully completed their Pacific Rowing Challenge from... Read more...
Why Potassium Matters When Exercising?
Why Potassium Matters When Exercising?
To look at the intake of potassium we can run a basic comparison between Bananas (a popular choice) and guava. Read more...
What are the basics of an anti-inflammatory diet?
What are the basics of an anti-inflammatory diet?
Lots of noise around this topic as we start the year - so lets try and do a round up of the basics to summarise the benefits and which foods... Read more...
How do Acai Berries Compare to Blueberries?
How do Acai Berries Compare to Blueberries?
Acai Berries: These berries are unique because they are high in healthy fats like omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids, making them a source of beneficial fats that most berries... Read more...
So how good is Zone 2 Training?
So how good is Zone 2 Training?
Training in Zone 2, typically defined as 60-70% of maximum heart rate, is a cornerstone of endurance and aerobic fitness development. But how useful is it? Read more...
The Rise of Ultra-Processed Sports Nutrition
The Rise of Ultra-Processed Sports Nutrition
One of the most notable trends in recent years is the rise of ultra-processed sports nutrition products. These products promise convenience, enhanced performance, and quick recovery for athletes.  Read more...
5 Romantic Fitness Challenges for Couples
5 Romantic Fitness Challenges for Couples
Love is in the air and while Valentines often means diamonds and roses, many are looking for a different way to show their love for one another. One such way... Read more...
Sticking to your New Year's Fitness Resolutions
Sticking to your New Year's Fitness Resolutions
New Year’s resolutions – we’ve all made them, and we’ve all broken them, often before January even ends! The enthusiasm of January 1st can quickly fizzle out, leaving us wondering... Read more...
The Struggles of Cost of Living in the Fitness Industry
The Struggles of Cost of Living in the Fitness Industry
It’s no secret that the recent cost of living crisis and seemingly endless rise of inflation has impacted many people and small businesses around the world. The impact has also... Read more...
Why Riding Slower Makes you Faster
Why Riding Slower Makes you Faster
Cycling training is a notoriously difficult beast to master. Part of this is simply the various different factors involved. From nutrition to cycling gear, there is a lot you need to consider before... Read more...
Endurance Running on a Vegan Diet
Endurance Running on a Vegan Diet
When it comes to sport, the rise of vegan diets have often been a consideration in modern meal prep and nutrition. Ensuring that you get the right amount of protein and... Read more...
Fuelling for Endurance Cycling - Cycling Nutrition Guide
Fuelling for Endurance Cycling - Cycling Nutrition Guide
Cycling is an incredible activity that not only provides a great workout, but also allows us to explore the world around us in a unique way. Whether you are a... Read more...
10 Hardest Marathons in the World
10 Hardest Marathons in the World
The marathon is one of the most iconic ways to test your endurance and it has been for hundreds of years. The marathon represents a great way to get into... Read more...
Are Women Physically Capable of Running a Marathon?
Are Women Physically Capable of Running a Marathon?
The now famous words from The Amateur Athletics Union that were sent to Bobbi Gibb in 1966, who went on to become the first ever woman to run the Boston... Read more...
8 Hiking Challenges for the Year
8 Hiking Challenges for the Year
Sporting challenges are a great way to motivate yourself to stay fit and healthy but for the majority of us, heavy endurance challenges such as an ultra or a marathon can feel... Read more...
How Does Nutrition Impact our Mental Health?
How Does Nutrition Impact our Mental Health?
In the current world, the need for a healthy outlet for stress and anxiety has never been more necessary. It can all get a little too much for all of... Read more...
Cycling Challenges Across the UK & Ireland
Cycling Challenges Across the UK & Ireland
Cycling is one of the oldest fitness methods and over 3 million bikes are sold in the UK every year from the old reliable to the new fangled electric bikes.... Read more...
5 Marathons for Beginners - Unique Marathons in the UK
5 Marathons for Beginners - Unique Marathons in the UK
So, you’ve got your marathon tips down, you’ve got your gear in check and you’ve got the perfect fitness app companion with you to help your training and now you are looking for a... Read more...
5 Fitness Apps for Beginners
5 Fitness Apps for Beginners
Keeping yourself fit and making the gains you want can be incredibly difficult. Keeping yourself on track, doing the right exercises at the right time and generally keeping yourself focused... Read more...
10 Takeaways from the London Marathon
10 Takeaways from the London Marathon
It was the London Marathon this week and the annual running event brought with it the usual spectacle and thrilling finishes. From a farewell to our beloved Mo to a... Read more...
7 High Energy Pancake Recipes for Training
7 High Energy Pancake Recipes for Training
When it comes to the world of fitness and training, hidden secrets and food choices that seem bizarre can often make the difference. One such popular treat are pancakes which... Read more...
Crossing the Atlantic Fuelled by Luchos Energy
Crossing the Atlantic Fuelled by Luchos Energy
Our proudest moments as a brand are when we can help support people to achieve something spectacular. We’ve previously helped power James Forrest to record breaking hiking success as well as giving... Read more...
Cycling Tours - Top 5 Locations in Europe
Cycling Tours - Top 5 Locations in Europe
Travelling the world is a dream of many and it has been for decades. The idea of going around a country or a part of the world you’ve never been... Read more...
7 Winter Hiking Trails to try in the UK
7 Winter Hiking Trails to try in the UK
Looking for something a bit different this winter season? A way to stay in shape while taking in the sights and sounds of the UK countryside? A way to relax... Read more...
Cycling Gear Essentials
Cycling Gear Essentials
With the weather continuing to look up and this being the first year of normality in a long while, there’s no better time to get the old bike out of... Read more...
Winter Running Nutrition Tips
Winter Running Nutrition Tips
Winter or cold weather running can be a fun and enjoyable way to stay fit over the cold season; summer doesn’t have to mean an end or reduction to your... Read more...
7 Tips for Marathon Training
7 Tips for Marathon Training
Marathons are a truly impressive feat of human endurance. Whether you’re in the back of the pack dressed as a banana or tearing through that ribbon in record time, the... Read more...
5 Fascinating Facts About The Tour de France
5 Fascinating Facts About The Tour de France
The Tour de France is the biggest cycling event in the world, running since 1903. The event has been host to some truly memorable moments and winners over the years... Read more...
Hiking Tips for Beginners
Hiking Tips for Beginners
With the summer finally here, it’s time to get out and enjoy the wonderful sights that the UK has to offer. One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors... Read more...
Best Cycling Routes in Wales
Best Cycling Routes in Wales
Cycling is a favourite pastime across the UK and there are so many different paths and ranges across all 4 countries in the UK that it can be hard to... Read more...
Cycle Routes in London and the South East
Cycle Routes in London and the South East
Cycling is a favourite pastime across the UK and there are so many different paths and ranges across all 4 countries in the UK that it can be hard to... Read more...
SKIING NUTRITION
SKIING NUTRITION
Skiing is a high-energy sport and it’s a sport that requires a lot of physical effort as well as snap decision thinking in order to keep you safe. Read more...
FUELLED WITH LUCHOS TO SUMMIT EVEREST!
FUELLED WITH LUCHOS TO SUMMIT EVEREST!
Since Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay submitted Mount Everest on 29th May 1953, there have been over 4000 successful summits of the mountain. The mountain has clearly witnessed many triumphs... Read more...
Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge
Talisker Whiskey Atlantic Challenge
As some of you may know, we have been working with an amazing team of 4 ladies rowing the 4800km Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge. Read more...
THE UCI TACKLE LITTERING IN THE PRO PELOTON
THE UCI TACKLE LITTERING IN THE PRO PELOTON
The UCI, Cycling’s governing body confirmed that riders will be fined, docked ranking points and penalised time if they throw objects such as water bottles and wrappers in a careless... Read more...
ARE GRAVEL BIKES JUST A FAD, OR SHOULD I THINK OF GETTING ONE?
ARE GRAVEL BIKES JUST A FAD, OR SHOULD I THINK OF GETTING ONE?
Gravel bikes seem to have taken the bike industry by storm over the last few years, so we are going to try to help you answer the simple questions :... Read more...
HOW TO FUEL FOR LONG RIDES AND RUNS – REAL FOOD VERSUS PROCESSED NUTRITION
HOW TO FUEL FOR LONG RIDES AND RUNS – REAL FOOD VERSUS PROCESSED NUTRITION
The most popular endurance events include running, swimming, and cycling. These can be single- activity events such as ultras, or multi-sport events such as triathlons. Regardless, any aerobic exercise lasting... Read more...
WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO EXERCISE?
WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO EXERCISE?
What is the best time to exercise? To go for that run, cycle, or to head down to the gym? How do you choose the best time of day for... Read more...
JAMES FORREST : THE TALE OF THE 3 PEAKS
JAMES FORREST : THE TALE OF THE 3 PEAKS
Keen UK hikers will be familiar with the 3 peaks challenge, a national challenge to climb the 3 highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales all in the space of... Read more...
Litter on the Trails
Litter on the Trails
It seems that these days the war on packaging is being talked about an awful lot. But to what extent is it being fought, and if it is, can it... Read more...
Colombia - More than we think
Colombia - More than we think
Whenever we introduce our Lucho Dillitos sports energy bar to anyone – whether at a show, an event, or a casual ride or run with friends – we hear the... Read more...