Rob Kemp
Rob Kemp is a London-based freelance journalist with 30 years of experience covering health and fitness, nutrition and sports sciences for a range of cycling, running, football and fitness publications and websites. His work also appears in the national press and he's the author of six non-fiction books. His favourite cycling routes include anything along the Dorset coast, Wye Valley or the Thames, with a pub at the finish.
Latest articles by Rob Kemp
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Could CBD products help to make you a better cyclist?
From reducing pain to promoting relaxation and sleep, myriad are the claims made for cannabidiol – but do they stack up? Rob Kemp finds out
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'The clinicians said my physical fitness was a key factor in my ability to recover from the cancer': Cycling's amazing veterans
Older cyclists don’t only extend their healthy years, they keep alive the passion to strive. Rob Kemp meets eight indomitable over-50s
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The ice method cometh: Is cold water therapy revolutionary, a waste of time, or actually dangerous?
For decades, athletes have been dunking their race-weary limbs in icy water, but now the practice is a wellness craze too. Rob Kemp puts the hype on ice and examines the evidence
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Are gluten-free diets a performance booster, or just an expensive fad?
Some are allergic to gluten, others avoid it by choice. Either way, gluten-free diets are increasingly popular among cyclists. But are they worth it? Rob Kemp investigates
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12 great reasons why road cyclists should ride off-road this winter
As the road racing season has now closed, many pro riders turn their attention to the dirt. Here’s why you should do the same
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Do you need an off-season break?
Should you follow the pros and take an end-of-season break from cycling? Rob Kemp tackles the tricky business of scheduling downtime for busy amateurs
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17 storeroom essentials of pro nutritionists - proof good nutrition doesn't need to be costly or complicated
Which staple foods and core ingredients do pro cycling nutritionists keep in stock at all times? Rob Kemp asks four specialists for their must-have items
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Is cycling the answer to men's loneliness epidemic?
Too many men have too few friends, and it’s having disastrous effects on our mental health. Rob Kemp breaks the taboo on friendlessness and explores how to forge new connections through cycling
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Breathe slower and cycle faster: energy saving tips to optimise your breathing
Inhale, exhale – two actions you rarely have to think about. But could altering the way you breathe improve your cycling performance?
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