Anna Marie Abram
I’ve been hooked on bikes ever since the age of 12 and my first lap of the Hillingdon Cycle Circuit in the bright yellow kit of the Hillingdon Slipstreamers. For a time, my cycling life centred around racing road and track.
But that’s since broadened to include multiday two-wheeled, one-sleeping-bag adventures over whatever terrain I happen to meet - with a two-week bikepacking trip from Budapest into the mountains of Slovakia being just the latest.
I still enjoy lining up on a start line, though, racing the British Gravel Championships and finding myself on the podium at the enduro-style gravel event, Gritfest in 2022.
Height: 177cm
Weight: 60–63kg
Latest articles by Anna Marie Abram
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Garmin software update looks set to unlock new health tracking tools for its smartwatches
Mid-session workout intensity adjustment might be coming at last - along with ECG recording and SpO2 alerts
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Kickstart your riding with our cycling training plan for beginners
Ready to get fit and healthy through cycling? Then this is the plan for you! In partnership with Alzheimer's Research UK
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Building towards a big ride? Use our endurance cycling training plan to boost your long-distance potential
Here's how to boost your endurance engine - we've partnered up with Alzheimer's Research UK to bring you in-depth training plans for your cycling goals
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Crankbrothers Stamp 3 Small flat pedal review - elegant, effective and a mid-tier price
Whether gravel riding or urban cycling, these are a stylish, robust and serviceable set of hard-wearing flat pedals
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It's 'Upgrade Your Ride Week' on Cycling Weekly: your guide to the best kit and component choices for riding and racing
Our week-long specials celebrate the best value upgrades for helping hit your goals
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Chrome Industries Dima 3.0 Slip Ons flat cycling shoes review – great shoes for those with high-volume feet
A high quality and robust built, these slip-on cycling shoes are great – so long as your feet are the right shape for them
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Our gear picks for two weeks bikepacking around Central Europe: how to cater for wild camping to city wandering
From camping gear to clothing suitable for seven hours straight riding and blending into the crowds of Budapest - plus everything for carrying it all on a bike!
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Climb faster up the Alpe du Zwift: here's how to improve your time
Looking to set a PB or outperform your mates? We take you through tips and tricks to get the best out of yourself up the virtual Alpe
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What are the benefits of commuting by bike? Here are nine reasons why cycling to work is surprisingly brilliant
The benefits to your fitness, the environment and your wallet are the big ones – but we’ve got a few more that might surprise you
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Looking to buy a bike on a budget? Here's how to get the best out of your spend
Looking to buy a new bike with money very much an object? Here’s our advice so you don’t end up craving an upgrade six months after your purchase
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Ideal time of day to exercise differs between active men and women
Dig deep and make it count - new research shows that the optimal time of day to burn fat is not the same across the genders
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First ride review: Scott Foil Ultimate RC - less weight, more comfort
Weight savings and increased comfort have made a great bike better
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Best fitness bikes 2024: flat handlebar machines to smash your workout goals
We round up the best fitness bikes with flat bars for going fast and getting fit if you're looking to reap the many health benefits cycling has to offer
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Where can I get the cheapest Zwift setup?
How to join your friends and fellow racers on the virtual platform Zwift without hurting your bank account as much as your legs
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Best comfort bikes 2024: a guide for happier leisure rides
Riding a bike should be a happy and comfortable experience - these comfort hybrid bikes can help mitigate any pains and strains often associated with cycling
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Best Zwift screen set up: TV vs laptop vs tablet vs phone
Wondering what device to use for your Zwift setup? We take you through the pros and cons of the screens you can use
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Zwift vs Peloton: Which is best for your at-home workouts?
Sweating it out at home can be motivating and fulfilling thanks to Zwift and Peloton, but which should you choose? We compare the two fitness platforms
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Which are better: cycling bib shorts or cycling waist shorts?
Most cyclists opt for bib shorts, but what do waist shorts have to offer? We delve into the pros and cons of each of these styles
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