Study shows effects of under fuelling among pro cyclists during Classics period
A lack of post-race carbohydrate intake may have contributed to inadequate fuelling
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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Does sports science only tell us half the story?
Research papers make the basis for much of what we know about exercise science. But are scientists ignoring half the population?
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Cycling knee pain: everything you need to know
Knee pain is common among cyclists - we explain some of the causes and how to address them with help from a coach, bike fitter and osteopath.
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How pro cyclists have used DNA testing to improve their riding
Madison-Genesis riders are using DNA testing to identify their weaknesses
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Image: Jesse Wild Get better at climbing hills: top tips to speed up your ascents
Find the going gets tougher when the road pitches up? Here's how to improve your climbing...
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Credit: Daniel Gould Do you need to warm up before cycling?
Skipping your warm-up may save time, but your performance will suffer
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When do cyclists hit peak form? Cycling into your 40s, 50s and beyond
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How can DNA profiling help cyclists?
Learn how science is taking the guesswork out of training. In partnership with Muhdo Health
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31 March 2019 81st Gent - Wevelgem MOSCON Gianni (ITA) Sky, at Kemmelberg Photo : Yuzuru SUNADA Should you have float in your cleats?
We find out which type of cleats should be bolted to your shoes, and whether or not you should have float
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Matt Bottrill was national time trial champion but transfer to triathlon. Image: Andy Jones Triathlon distances, training and equipment explained
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12 beginner cyclist tips to get you off to the best start
Just bought a bike? Still thinking about it? Here's our top tips to getting started, plus lots of handy links to help answer your questions...
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Training for a 100-mile event: tips to get you from 60 to 100-miles
Want to graduate from 60-mile rides to 100-milers? We show you how to do it
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25 July 2018 105th Tour de France Stage 17 : Bagneres-de-Luchon - Saint-Lary-Soulan SAGAN Peter (SVK) Bora - Hansgrohe, Maillot Vert, at Col du Portet Photo : Yuzuru SUNADA How to treat road rash
Vicky Ware asks a Team Sky medic how best to manage and mend crash-damaged skin
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How to choose the right saddle for you
Finding the right saddle can take work - but the bottom line is that the vast majority of people can set themselves up so that they can cycle without pain, and time spent investigating the options can make a big difference
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VO2 max: what is it and how to improve
Ever heard of VO2 max but wondered what it was? Let our expert explain, and read on for a workout to improve yours
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Cycling: 89th Road World Championships 2016 / Men U23 Road Race Arrival / Kevin GENIETS (Lux) Disappointment / Hot Weather / The Pearl Qatar - The Pearl Qatar (166km)/ Men U23 / WC / (Photo by KT/Tim De Waele/Corbis via Getty Images) Credit: Corbis via Getty Images Does elite cycling have a problem with mental health?
Mental health care is being taken more seriously, but there's more to be done says former Olympian
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How to lose weight cycling: Six essential tips
Looking to lose weight cycling? Here's a quick guide to losing that weight to improve your riding
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Nothing like a headwind to toughen you up How to cycle in the wind: pro tips to help keep you upright
Former pro Roger Hammond explains how to deal with strength-sapping gusts
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How to prepare for a cycling holiday or training camp
Get the most from your holiday by bike
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How to avoid spring knee pain when cycling
Before you’re lured by spring sunshine into ramping up your training, consider the possible consequences for your knees, writes Graham Theobald
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Clipless pedals: systems explained and the best models of 2019
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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How to make the pancakes that fuel WorldTour riders
Team chef Sean Fowler provides the perfect pick me up breakfast that isn’t just for Shrove Tuesday
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Five tips to get the most from your cycling holiday or training camp
Prepare well and you can ensure your training camp is a triumphant and not a disappointment
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Eight ways to improve your cycling ready for the spring
Get your cycling off to a flyer — and begin spring as you mean to go on with these tips to maximise your cycling and fitness in the early season
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11 of the best fitness upgrades you should try
Want to go faster? Jamie Ewbank explains how to spend your time and money more effectively, that is, to reap bigger performance gains
