Fitness
All the advice and insight you need to improve your riding, enhance your performance or simply get into better shape with cycling.
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I was suicidal, cycling helped get me back on track: Former guitarist lost 40kg and kicked alcohol to ride the height of Everest 12 times
Mark Bruce has climbed the height of the mountain - in a single ride - once a month, every month, for a year after going sober and getting his life back on track
By Fiona Russell Published
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'I targeted around 600 watts, unfortunately, I forgot to calibrate my power meter': 2024 hill-climb champ shares his strategies
The 2024 British men's hill-climb national champ reveals his winning strategy and sings the praises of commuting by bike
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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A bin bag can make anything waterproof: 11 lessons I learned riding 1300 kilometres on a single gear
You don’t need the latest and the greatest to enjoy an adventure, as Pete van der Woude’s trip proves
By Pete van der Woude Published
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I'm not into cake stops - but - I made an exception to rate five British delicacies in one ride
Of all the cakes named after places in the north-west of England, which is the tastiest? Simon Warren sets out to sample them all in a single epic ride
By Simon Warren Published
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How to lose weight cycling without sacrificing strength
If you're looking to lose weight cycling, here is a quick guide to reduce that number on the scales to improve your riding
By Dr Eimear Dolan Last updated
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Small Cost, BIG Features | Is This Indoor Training Platform Worth The Switch?
icTrainer costs 9x less than the market leader but this indoor training platform is still jam packed with features
By Sponsored Published
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The Oura ring reviewed: is this wellness tracker helpful to cyclists?
With its focus on recovery and wellness, the Oura ring offers unique insights but is it worth the investment over other wearables?
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Even if you ride a lot, here's why you shouldn't skip leg day at the gym
Think your legs get enough exercise? A little gym time can unlock big strength and performance gains.
By Greg Kaplan Published
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The '30 plants trend' is repackaged old advice - is it good advice?
There’s no disputing the need for plentiful fruit and veg, but do we really need to eat 30 different plants every week? Hannah Reynolds investigates
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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A year-long bike ride changed my life: 11 transformative journeys by bike
Having experienced her own epiphany by bike, Isobel Duxfield went in search of more inspirational stories of pedal power
By Isobel Duxfield Published
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What's the biking equivalent of 10,000 steps a day?
The phrase 'gotta get my steps in' has become part of everyday life. But what if there were a simpler, faster way to meet your daily activity needs?
By Caroline Dezendorf Published
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Can listening to banging tunes turbo-charge your indoor training?
Everything you need to know about training to music
By Rob Kemp Published
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I’m a yoga teacher - hurry, there’s never been a better time to work on your on-bike posture than now, with these Cyber Monday yoga kit deals
You don’t need much kit to start yoga, but you do need the right kit. Here’s the best, currently at knockdown prices
By Simon Fellows Published
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I can't believe these haven't sold out already - Wahoo's popular Kickr Core smart trainer is too good to ignore at this knocked-down Cyber Monday price
Count me as a fan of the Wahoo Kickr Core - it's compact, attractive, accurate, great value and has every feature most of us will ever need. Now 15% off for Cyber Monday
By Simon Fellows Last updated
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After my heart operation, I rode this smart bike to reclaim my fitness in a safe, controlled home environment - it's now 20% off for Cyber Monday
Tech editor Simon Fellows regained his fitness on a Zwift Ride smart bike post-heart op. He thoroughly recommends it for working on your fitness at home
By Simon Fellows Last updated
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I'm gifted in one area: sweating, so - in the name of science - I took to a heat chamber with a pro rider
Could his heavy sweating be the reason Steve Shrubsall will never win a Tour de France stage? The heat chamber may hold the answers...
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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What does a Gravel World Champion's pre-race training week look like?
We look at the swashbuckling Slovenian’s run-in to October's Gravel World Championships
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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How many rest days should a cyclist take each week?
We all know we need rest, but the specifics aren't always so black and white
By James Shrubsall Published
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Release your fitness potential with Zwift
Sponsored by Zwift
Looking to get fit this winter? Look no further than Zwift’s immersive indoor training platform
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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A phone app saved my life after a crash, you shouldn't ride anywhere remote without it
Having taken a life-threatening tumble while out riding on the UK's South Downs, John Powell is coming back from the brink
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'Knowing the course in a virtual race is maybe even more important than in road racing': Former e-sports World Champion's top tips
Speed skater turned eSports world champion, Loes Adegeest, on how to become virtually unbeatable when racing indoors
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Best indoor training apps for cycling: virtual riding platforms and training analysis apps
Whether it’s virtual racing and riding or training tracking, planning and analysis, there are plenty of options to choose from - here’s our top picks
By Tom Epton Last updated
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What to wear cycling: A temperature-by-temperature cycling dress guide
Layer like a pro and stay comfortable year-round
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Ask the experts: How to prepare for a bikepacking trip
Jon Sharples, head coach at TrainSharp, and ultra-cyclist Jasmijn Muller offer their tips on going long
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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18 tips for finding winter motivation to ride
Don't let cooler weather keep you off the bike, there are plenty of ways to keep the enthusiasm high
By Andy Turner Published
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How much running is ‘too much’ running for cyclists - I trained for a marathon to find out
Many cyclists like to swap their cleats for running shoes - at least for some sessions — during winter, but where should we draw the line?
By Ellie Donnell Published
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Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder are more common than you think - here's how to battle the blues
It’s no secret that the winter months can switch one’s mood to a doom and gloom setting – here’s how to lighten the load
By Rob Kemp Published
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Power to weight ratio explained: watts per kilo matter - here’s how to improve yours
Unless you only ever ride on pancake-flat surfaces, improving your power-to-weight ratio is a must
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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I'm pregnant, and there's only one indoor cycling app I'll be using
Zwift's 'Baby on Board' sessions are more than just workout fodder, they're a lifeline for expectant mums
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published