Should you use a power meter during training? Here's what the experts say
With even some pro teams cautioning against an over-reliance on power meters, Dr Josie Perry makes the case for staying in touch with your winning instincts
Fitness
Cycling Weekly’s fitness pages cover everything from pro level training to the occasional cyclist wanting to lose some weight. Whether it’s how Bradley Wiggins trained to win the 2012 Tour de France or how to survive a hilly sportive, we’ve got the information you need to improve your riding.
+ NUTRITION
If you’re serious about your cycling you need to be serious about your nutrition. Eating the right diet is key to fueling your rides and recovering afterwards. There’s a lot of bad advice out there, so we keep it simple, with real life advice from qualified nutritional experts. Learn what to eat, what not to eat and when to eat it.
+ BIKE FIT
Getting your riding position right is key to optimal performance. If you’re serious about improving your riding, or just looking to make yourself more comfortable for a long day in the saddle, getting the right bike fit is key. Our bike fit section brings you the best of the bike fit theories and practices currently out there.
+ TRAINING
There are an infinite number of ways to train, from simply riding your bike all day to short, structured power intervals. Whether you’ve got all the gadgets or just ride on feel, we can help you tailor your training to your goals. Or just help you enjoy riding your bike by helping you get a little fitter.
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Indoor trainers: what is electromagnetic resistance and can it make you fitter?
Indoor training is growing in popularity in cycling and with new technological developments the discipline is only expected to continue its upward trajectory.
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10 tips for improving your indoor winter workouts
We show you how to make the most of your indoor workouts
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The long and the short of Covid-19 for cyclists
Dr Josephine Perry unpicks the coronavirus risks and precautions specifically relevant to cyclists
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New Sufferfest indoor training plans help you ‘hit the reset’ for winter
For cyclists, the transition into the winter months can be a disheartening period.
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'The biggest skill any rider can have is to feel something and not be told by a screen': Tao Geoghegan Hart - a week in training
In 2019 CW was allowed a glimpse inside a week of training with the now Giro d'Italia winning Tao Geoghegan Hart
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How to stay motivated through winter - top tips from the pros
Mountain biking, running and even chopping wood are what the pros are recommending us all to do this coming winter
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Best energy drinks for cycling: hydration explained
Can the right drink really improve your performance or are you better off with good old H2O?
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Best power meters 2020: everything you need to know before you invest
What is a power meter? Do I need a power meter? Which power meter is best for me and what features should I look for and be aware of? All these questions and more are answered in our comprehensive guide to power meters, including links to reviews of the latest products
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Best clipless pedals: systems explained and the best models reviewed
Essential for road riding, racing and sportive participation, here we look at some of the clipless pedal systems available for cyclists
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Indoor training apps for cycling compared: which is best for you?
Indoor cycling can get boring - but there's a host of training apps out there that can make it fun. We give you the run down on the best out there
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Energy gels: what to look for and six favourites
Love them or hate them, there's no doubting the benefit of downing a quick energy gel at vital points of a ride or race. Here's our guide to what for look for, as well as a few of our favourites
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Best energy bars for cycling: seven favourite flavours
For a quick, tasty and convenient on-bike snack, little beats an energy bar. We get stuck into seven of the best.
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The Sufferfest turbo training app: everything you need to know
Looking to break up the boredom? Here's everything you need to know about training with The Sufferfest app
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Hot weather cycling: five tips to help you keep your cool
A spell of hot weather needn't stop you enjoying your riding, as long as you take some precautions to prevent over-heating and dehydration
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How to be a better cyclist in seven steps
Straightforward advice to help you ride faster and longer
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Common cycling injuries: treatment and prevention
No one likes to be forced off the bike by injury. We round up some of the most common issues faced by cyclists and advise on how to treat and prevent them
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The Strava dilemma: Is it money well spent?
Now that Strava is charging £4 per month for full access to leaderboards, Hannah Reynolds assesses whether, in terms of motivation and training benefits, it’s money well spent
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Nine ways to keep your cycling motivation going
Over the last few months, we’ve seen huge numbers of people jumping on the bike for the first time.
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Why summer 2020 could be the perfect time to start a cycling training plan
So far 2020 has been a daunting and unpredictable year.
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Calling all British cyclists: Tell us your best training routes
We want to share your go-to training rides with newcomers to the sport as well as more experienced riders looking to freshen things up
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Is your bike set-up too aggressive?
We can’t all be Geraint Thomas, so should we have a bike like his, asks Simon Smythe
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Do fasted rides really work?
Whether it be losing weight, improving your on bike efficiency or utilising fat as a energy source. When executed correctly fasted rides can provide improvements across all areas of your cycling
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Diets have to change for world to experience benefits of increased cycling, new research suggests
Due to current diets, increased food consumption would cause a rise in greenhouse gas emissions
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'Will cycling change my body shape?' – you asked Google and we’ve got the answer
New to riding bikes and worried your new found pedal pushing habit will turn you into the incredible hulk? Or seeking hulkesque proportions? We've got the answers...
