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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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Power-to-weight ratio: what is W/kg, and why does it matter?

Do you need to worry about watts per kilogram? Get the inside info on this training metric and decide if it matters to you

Sat, Apr 18, 2020 13:00
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High intensity intervals better for weight loss concludes study

Thought to result in either greater energy expenditure after exercise or suppression of appetite

Sat, Feb 16, 2019 16:09
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Cycling app of the week: Lifesum

The new year has arrived, and our bellies are resting on our top tubes after a period of festive over-indulgence here at road.cc. Enter Lifesum, a handy and extensive meal/activity planner to help lose those excess pounds…

Thu, Jan 04, 2018 17:11
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Cycling to work as effective as daily gym visits for weight loss, study finds

People commuting by bike lost more than 9 pounds on average over the study period

Fri, Nov 03, 2017 15:10
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Middle-aged cycle commuters typically 4-5kg lighter than those who drive to work

Public transport also shown to offer health benefits over driving

Tue, Mar 29, 2016 11:43
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More cycling might not mean greater weight loss, according to study

Researchers say that beyond a certain point energy requirements plateau

Sat, Jan 30, 2016 15:46
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Fat Guy Across America

40-stone American rides across America to lose weight and get his wife back

Eric Hites inspired by Proclaimers' '500 miles' hit song

Sun, Aug 09, 2015 10:32
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New study confirms weight loss effect of commuting by bike

Leaving car at home resulted in 7kg weight loss

Fri, May 08, 2015 11:34
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