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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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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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2021 Strava map type

Strava adds privacy features for editing map visibility and hiding data including heart rate

Data – including speed, power, calories and heart rate – can be kept private, and there’s also a new private note section

Thu, Aug 12, 2021 17:00
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Midlife cycling performance: too late for speed?

In an extract from his new book, The Midlife Cyclist, Phil Cavell argues that most of us train too hard and need to back off in order to reach our fitness potential

Tue, Aug 10, 2021 11:00
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10 best turbo trainers June 2022

Best turbo trainers 2022 — get fit indoors

Want to take your training inside? Here's everything you need to know about turbo trainers and rollers

Wed, May 26, 2021 13:53
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12 reasons why you should buy, and use, a power meter May 2021

12 reasons why you should buy, and use, a power meter

Why you should be measuring your wattage as you ride. Don't miss out on fitness – here's how using a power meter can boost your strength

Mon, May 17, 2021 11:00
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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

Tue, May 04, 2021 12:15
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How to get the most from your limited training time

Make sure you don’t waste any time when it comes to building your fitness, with advice from expert coaches. Even 30 minutes is enough for a valuable session...

Mon, Mar 29, 2021 11:00
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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.

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 12:00
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Best cycling training apps — get fit without getting bored

Find out which indoor training apps and ride-logging and coaching tools can help you get the best fitness boost

Sun, Jan 17, 2021 17:16
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