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Wout van Aert was spotted test riding a Paris–Roubaix sector seven times in one day: but is he really “too kind” to win?

Part equipment testing and perhaps part mental prep, the Belgian was spotted riding the same Paris-Roubaix sector seven times, while a recent interview highlights the lasting impact of his injuries

2025 Nike Mind Neuroscience based footwear

Are “mind-altering” shoes the next big performance gain in cycling? Why Nike thinks its curious new footwear concept could be the next “frontier of performance”

Set to release in January, Nike’s new footwear explores the mind as an important tool to unlock more cycling performance. Let's look at whether that's feasible

Remco Evenepoel at 2025 edition of Il Lombardia

The invisible opponent: Remco Evenepoel had more than just other competitors to beat on his way to the Il Lombardia podium

As a cyclist, how do you begin to start descending with supreme confidence again after a life-threatening incident? Here's how Remco Evenepoel made a full psychological and physical recovery from his 2020 horror crash

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

What do pro riders do on Tour de France rest days?

Here's what the pro riders get up to when they're not racing...

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

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How to maximise your fitness when you get to 40+

Our bodies and athletic abilities change as we approach middle age. Here's what you need to know to make the most of your time on the bike

How to maximise your recovery — 7 ways to boost recuperation and build fitness

Getting stronger is not just about smashing it on the bike. Find out how to recover effectively so you don't lose out on the benefits of every ride.

Recovering from long COVID – a cyclist’s guide

We look at so-called ‘Long Covid’ and the after-effects of infection - what can cyclists who have suffered expect, and how can they safely resume life in the saddle?

What should you eat to recover after cycling?

If you want to get the best results out, you have to put the right fuel in