Fitness

How to boost your cycling fitness when you’re aged over 50

Check out tips for improving health and fitness as you get older from coach Joe Beer

Tue, Nov 07, 2023 14:35
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Fuelling for cycling — nail your nutrition strategy on and off the bike with Enervit

The sports nutrition world is full of products, but how do you know what to use and when? We look at Enervit’s range and explain how to get your nutritional timing perfectly right

Tue, Aug 15, 2023 13:25
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Is your FTP lying to you? Why lactate profiling could be the future of physiological testing for cyclists

Mine was, and blood lactate profiling showed me why! Find out what this test could do for you and what it's all about

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 13:30
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Cycling and weight loss — Top tips for pedalling away the pounds the healthy and sustainable way

We do the research and put calorie burning workouts to the test

Fri, Feb 24, 2023 17:38
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How to improve your power-to-weight ratio — lose weight sustainably and get faster cycling up hills

If you want to improve your climbing performance, upping your power-to-weight ratio is crucial. Here are some handy nutrition and training tips to maximise performance

Mon, Feb 20, 2023 12:34
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How much distance do you need to ride to match an elite cyclist? Strava end-of-year stats compared

Elite vs Cat 2 vs Cat 3... the road.cc staffers compare their stats to see if riding further does indeed make you faster

Sun, Jan 01, 2023 13:00
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Can you get fit by cramming all of your riding into the weekend?

Find out whether it’s best to ride full-on over the weekend or to spread your exercise throughout the week

Fri, Dec 16, 2022 15:00
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5 big questions about home strength training for cyclists answered

Gymera, the world’s first ‘playful smart home gym’, has just launched on Kickstarter. We look at why this all-in-one home workout station could be just right for cyclists

Thu, Dec 08, 2022 18:50
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Winter cycling — 6 top tips to help you keep riding through the colder months

It can be mentally tough sometimes, but cycling in the winter is all about preparation. Here's how to do it

Thu, Nov 24, 2022 15:08
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How to balance indoor and outdoor riding for maximum fitness gains

With the help of Garmin and Tacx, we take a look at how you can try to maximise your fitness by mixing indoor sessions with outdoor rides

Wed, Nov 16, 2022 12:02
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How important is foot position and posture for cyclists?

Harley Street expert and Team GB podiatrist for the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, Simon Costain, talks about the importance of biomechanics and how to prevent common injuries

Thu, Jul 28, 2022 15:48
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This is why you’re not a Tour de France racer

What is actually holding you back from Tour de France greatness? Dave and Jamie signed Liam up to find out

Mon, Jul 18, 2022 12:08
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How realistic is indoor cycling? Climbing the Sa Calobra virtually vs outdoors

Brad tried to break 30 minutes on Mallorca's signature climb and Dave just tried not to break himself on the turbo...

Thu, May 05, 2022 13:50
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Bump and ride part 4: here are eight top tips for cycling while pregnant

Are you hoping to ride through your first, second and third trimester? Here’s what you should know as you embark on this exciting but challenging journey

Mon, Apr 25, 2022 09:40
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Cycling while pregnant: Bump and Ride part 3: what to expect during the third trimester of pregnancy

Now you’re on the third and final trimester, you may be feeling some discomfort from pelvic girdle pain. Here’s what you need to know to carry on riding

Wed, Mar 16, 2022 12:30
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Cycling while pregnant: Bump and Ride part 2: how to carry on cycling safely through the second trimester of pregnancy

Now you're on the second trimester, it’s time to consider if positional changes are needed on your bike, and how to kit up to accommodate your growing bump

Sun, Feb 20, 2022 14:10
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Cycling while pregnant: Bump and Ride part 1: here’s how to safely cycle through the first trimester of your pregnancy

Find out how to cycle safely through the first 12 weeks of your pregnancy to take advantage of the benefits for your physical wellbeing and mental health without hindering your baby’s development

Mon, Jan 31, 2022 09:30
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4 ways to get better at cyclocross – try these simple tricks

Been bitten by the cyclocross bug? Dave Smith offers advice to improve life in the dirt

Sun, Jan 30, 2022 12:00
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Do you only have a one hour lunch break for cycling? Here’s how to maximise it

You may have a limited slot for riding but big gains can still be made. Check out these steps for taking advantage of the training time you do have

Wed, Jan 12, 2022 12:00
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15 tips to complete the Rapha Festive 500 and knock off the kilometres with ease

Looking to make the most of the festive season for your fitness? Here’s how to smash Rapha’s Christmas challenge in the lead up to the new year

Tue, Dec 14, 2021 15:00
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First ride review: Wahoo’s new SYSTM indoor training platform

Here’s what you can expect from Wahoo’s brand-new ‘A Week With’, ‘Inspiration’ and ‘On Location’ channels on its training app

Tue, Sep 28, 2021 13:00
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How to use Strava to make you fitter

Loads of us use online app Strava to record our rides. Here's how you can make the most of its features to improve your cycling fitness

Sun, Sep 05, 2021 11:00
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Physiotherapy after a cycling crash – what happens and why you should get help

Physiotherapy can be an excellent tool for recovery after a bicycle crash. Here is how to find the right physio and how they can help

Wed, Aug 11, 2021 13:09
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Cycling fitness: How to get the most from your indoor training sessions

Riding on the turbo is an efficient way to develop your cycling fitness. We got the experts to explain how you can use your limited time to make the biggest gains

Wed, Aug 11, 2021 11:00
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How training zones can help you get your greatest cycling fitness gains

Whether you train by power or heart rate, it's all about structuring your rides for the greatest benefit in the shortest time

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 13:00
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Data reveals huge strain of Lachlan Morton’s solo Alt Tour vs. EF-Education Nippo’s Tour de France efforts

Completing the full Tour de France course solo and self-supported, the EF-Education Nippo pro hit a rare 20.8 out of 21 on Whoop's strain scale during day 17

Tue, Jul 20, 2021 13:41
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What does a rider eat to get through a stage of the Tour de France?

We spoke to Ineos Grenadiers’ Performance Nutritionist James Moran to find out how the team fuels a tough day in the mountains

Wed, Jul 14, 2021 15:00
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How to use an e-bike to improve your fitness

If you think electric bikes are cheating you out of potential fitness gains, think again! Find out how you can use your time on an e-bike for maximum improvements

Mon, Jun 14, 2021 11:00
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How to eat right for sportives and long rides

The food you need to keep your energy high all day long

Fri, May 28, 2021 14:45
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Female optimised training: how to work with your menstrual cycle for optimal fitness

Looking at how your hormones change during each phase of the cycle, here's how you can adapt your training sessions, nutrition and recovery to make the most of your in-the-saddle time, whatever your goal...

Fri, May 28, 2021 14:00
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