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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 outsideGrinding up virtual climbs may not carry the same physiological benefits as scaling mountains, but the differences can be overcome - cycling coach Andy Turner explains
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I tried Zwift’s three hardest training sessions and broke the pain barrierWe pitch Zwift’s three toughest pre-programmed training sessions head to head to ascertain which one hurts the most
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Everything you need to know about nitratesNitrates have been shown to increase blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles, boosting cycling performance. Rob Kemp assesses how big a gain they offer
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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 testDedicated cyclists often consider an hour the threshold for a successful indoor training session — but could the reality be much, much quicker?
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11 tips for cycling in the rain: essentials for riding out the wet weatherYou 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...
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Eight ways indoor training has changed since the arrival of smart trainers and ZwiftSince 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.
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Think you don't need to eat for a 60 minute indoor session? Think againDo 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
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It's Indoor Training Week at Cycling WeeklyWe're celebrating the great indoors, all week
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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
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I hit menopause and found I was osteopenic - this is what cyclists (male and female) need to knowBone health declines as we age, and cyclists are more vulnerable than most - but there's a lot we can do to address the problem, as physiotherapist and racer Nicole Oh explains
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Navigating messy sprints and the secret to longevity: 32-year-old pro lifts the lidThe British Arkéa rider on shifting from sprinter to leadout man
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'The bike’s been the biggest therapeutic element for me': Former pro and DS Allan Peiper's battle against prostate cancerAllan Peiper has won stages and Grand Tours, both as a rider and a DS. Since 2014, though, his biggest challenge has been a recurring battle with prostate cancer. He talks candidly to Chris Marshall-Bell about the ups and downs of his struggle
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Our 'van life' dream failed, so we tried to make surfing and cycle touring compatible — this is what happenedIf cycle touring teaches anything, it is that life rarely goes according to plan, as Isobel Duxfield found out when riding what soon become a pedal-propelled sail around the Pacific Coast
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Buying a saddle online without a fit is a risky move — here's how to find the best perch for youGetting your saddle right makes all the difference, we spoke to an expert to help guide you in the process
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Our relationship survived 800 km on 10 minutes of sleep — less hardy pairings would have quitHallucinations, crashes, and no sleep: Ultraracing couple share the secrets that keep them racing together
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How to combat neck pain caused by cyclingPhysiotherapist and competitive cyclist Nicole Oh explains how you can manage and avoide neck pain after long rides
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I'm about to turn 40 - how can I keep riding fast?Approaching a landmark birthday, Charlie Graham-Dixon explores how ageing affects cycling performance and what can be done to stay ahead of the curve
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Can ‘coffee with benefits’ make you a better cyclist?Pairing your caffeine with additional ingredients comes with reported mental and physical performance gains - but does it work?
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How to set yourself up for indoor cycling success on ZwiftIntending to take your training indoors this winter, for the first time? We've got you covered
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Do some riders age faster than others, and, should I cut down my training as I get older?Cycling coach Jon Sharples gives the lowdown on how to stay at the top of your cycling game as the years go by
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Recurrent injuries, illness, and infertility: Symptoms of the under-fuelling condition cyclists can't ignoreFailing to meet your energy needs can lead to RED-S, Rob Kemp explains the risks and how to avoid them
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Are DIY bike fits any good? How to set yourself up for comfort on the bikeGetting professionally fitted to your bike can be a costly business. Is it really worth it — or can you sort your own set-up quite adequately for free?
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'My riding companion proceeded to fragment into countless tiny particles and dissolve into the night sky — I was hallucinating': Inside a 500km ultra rideKeen to test the limits of his well-matured endurance, Steve Shrubsall hurls himself headlong into a 500km ultra-endurance adventure across England's North and South Downs
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How do male pro cyclists deal with early parenthood - and what can we learn from them?Having a child can put the brakes on your cycling plans but how does it affect the pros and what can we learn from them? Hannah Reynolds finds out
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Can a short term energy deficit make cyclists faster?The body has an amazing ability to sustain performance even when it’s seriously short on energy. But does this mean deficits don’t matter? Anita Bean investigates
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I’m a torrential sweater - why do I leak so much, and what does it mean for performance?Perturbed by his own torrential sweating, Steve Shrubsall goes on a hunt for the truth about how perspiration affects performance at the pedals
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What it takes to go as fast as ever at 50Five o’clock in the morning is 2023 British Best All-Rounder Andy Critchlow's favourite time to train
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Here's how you can eat like a Grand Tour riderEF Pro Cycling's performance chef Kieran Creevy shares his meal prep, nutrition considerations and recipes you can make at home
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