14 ways to make maximum cycling gains with minimum time

Short on time for training? Rob Kemp shares smart hacks to stay razor-sharp on the bike while showing the schedule who’s boss

Male riding looking at his computer whilst sat on the top tube of his bike wearing a black Castelli Squall Shell
(Image credit: Andy Jones)

Dwindling daylight hours, work demands, family commitments and Christmas social events can all put a squeeze on the hours we’d like to spend in the saddle. As a 2023 survey by Mintel pointed out, one in four Brits cite ‘not enough time’ as the key reason for compromising on their pastimes. Meanwhile, a British Heart Foundation study found that, of the 40% of Brits who own a bike, three-quarters say they don’t ride as much as they’d like. Thankfully, with the following time-efficient workouts, strategies for integrating cycling into daily routines, and time-management tips, you can find ways to ride more, improve your fitness and make significant gains without sacrificing other important parts of your life.

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