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Ask a coach: How can I train consistently when life is so hectic?
Many of us have big plans, but life gets in the way. Here's how to achieve your goals, amid the hustle
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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Ask a coach: 'I don't have time for endurance rides at the weekend – how can I build up to a 100-mile event?'
With a focus on quality rather than quantity, four hours of training during the week is enough to make riding a century an enjoyable experience rather than a feat of endurance
By Alex Welburn Published
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12 hacks to make your ride better and more fun
From gear tweaks to route alterations: elevate your rides with these expert tips
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Up to one in seven cyclists are neurodivergent – including EF boss Vaughters, who considers it a superpower
Every human brain works slightly differently, yet too often we demand bland conformity. Chris Marshall-Bell meets riders unashamed to cherish their uniqueness
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'Back then I was on the edge of life – but now I'm a multi world champion': Para-cyclist Lizzi Jordan's golden comeback from near-fatal food poisoning
Keen equestrian Lizzi Jordan was riding high until a freak illness changed her life forever. Now, having swapped reins for handlebars, she is not only back in the saddle but winning on the world stage
By David Bradford Published
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‘Cycling saved my life - and I’m fitter at 55 than I was at 25’ - cycling coach still gaining watts explains how
The term 'FTP' hadn't been invented when Richard Stern first tested his, but he's stronger now than he was in 1995
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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Smartwatches act like a 'military drill sergeant' on your wrist - it's ok to ignore them when they claim you're 'unproductive'
Fitness gadgets use very emotive language, but should we be allowing them to press our buttons? Dr Josephine Perry investigates
By Josephine Perry Published
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'I try to hang in with the youngsters as much as possible': 68-year-old ex-Rugby player on racing with a new knee
A string of knee ops hasn't stopped Chris Dunn from pinning on a number
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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I broke my collarbone (twice) and learned that cycling expects people to 'spring back' far too quickly
"Two weeks? I was back on the bike within 48 hours" was the response when Adam Jones got back on the bike after a break - why do cyclists expect an instant comeback?
By Adam Jones Published