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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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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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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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
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I didn't realise the risks of DVT until I ended up in A&E - here's how to keep safe when flying
Having learned the hard way by suffering a flight-induced blood clot, Josephine Perry warns against complacent travel habits with eight ways to ensure you arrive fit and fresh
By Josephine Perry Published
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'In the summer I’ll also jump into a hot bath for 20 minutes after a ride': A week in training with a WorldTour rider
We caught up with Australian Chris Harper as he prepared for this summer's Vuelta a España
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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The best workouts and training plans on Zwift – the coach’s choice
Our resident cycling coach selects the best Zwift workouts and training plans to help you achieve your cycling goals
By Andy Turner Published
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How do I keep cool when using a smart bike or trainer?
Over-heating can drastically diminish your ability on the bike, a common issue when training indoors
By Joe Baker Published
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Gravel came from the US - has it found its way in the UK yet?
Gravel bikes have surged in popularity since their arrival from the US in the 2010s, but can they really challenge our road riding tradition? James Shrubsall investigates
By James Shrubsall Published
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Sciatica ended my rowing career, but I'm just getting started in cycling
From rower to runner to Rás winner in four short years, Dom Jackson is making waves in UK cycling. Shane Stokes finds out more about his amazing switch from oars to pedals
By Shane Stokes Published
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Do simulated climbs indoors benefit your uphill prowess?
The cost of indoor training just keeps climbing, but are gradient simulators a worthwhile investment?
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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Riding climbs indoors isn't the same as scaling a mountain - here's how to ensure your hard work pays off outside
Grinding up virtual climbs may not carry the same physiological benefits as scaling mountains, but the differences can be overcome - cycling coach Andy Turner explains
By Andy Turner Published
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I tried Zwift’s three hardest training sessions and broke the pain barrier
We pitch Zwift’s three toughest pre-programmed training sessions head to head to ascertain which one hurts the most
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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Everything you need to know about nitrates
Nitrates have been shown to increase blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles, boosting cycling performance. Rob Kemp assesses how big a gain they offer
By Rob Kemp Published
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Makers of this AI powered bike claim you can get fit in under nine minutes a day — we put it to the test
Dedicated cyclists often consider an hour the threshold for a successful indoor training session — but could the reality be much, much quicker?
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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11 tips for cycling in the rain: essentials for riding out the wet weather
You can't beat the rain but there's a lot you can do to make riding in it less demoralising - here's how to survice and maybe even enjoy it...
By Simon Richardson Published
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Eight ways indoor training has changed since the arrival of smart trainers and Zwift
Since smart trainers hit the indoor cycling scene, and with them the likes of Zwift, turbo training has advanced rapidly. Check out how it's changed.
By Cat Glowinski Published
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Think you don't need to eat for a 60 minute indoor session? Think again
Do you just jump on the trainer for an early session, or after work, without fuel? You may be missing out on low-hanging fruit, argues cycling coach Andy Turner
By Andy Turner Published
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It's Indoor Training Week at Cycling Weekly
We're celebrating the great indoors, all week
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Sit-ups will give you a six-pack, but will they make you a better rider?
Cyclists have incorporated 'core training' into their winter plans for decades, but are we missing the real strength gains? Hannah Reynolds investigates
By Hannah Reynolds Published
