Cycling on the Keto Diet: How I Lost Weight, Gained Energy, and What I Do Differently Now
Cycling on the Keto Diet: How I Lost Weight, Gained Energy, and What I Do Differently Now In 2018, I lost 50 pounds by combining long-distance cycling with the ketogenic diet. I felt leaner, stronger, and more energized than I had in years. Then came the pandemic—and like many others, I slipped. I gained weight back, lost motivation, and had to start over. Keto helped me again when I got serious. I dropped the extra weight, got back on the bike, and reclaimed my energy. But over time, I realized something: Keto got me started, but it wasn’t sustainable for me forever . Now, I eat what I enjoy in moderation, cycle regularly, and maintain my weight using habits that work long term. Still, I’ll always credit keto for jump-starting the transformation. If you’re curious whether keto and cycling can work together, here’s everything I’ve learned from doing it myself. 🥑 What Is the Keto Diet (in Plain English)? The ketogenic diet is built around: High fat (70–80%) Moder...