Training

Looking to build some muscle through cycling? You may need to hit the gym, too

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 28 April 20

If you are training hard and feeling abnormally fatigued, you may have an underlying mineral or vitamin deficiency identifiable via blood test. New home-test kits make blood analysis more accessible than ever — but is this form of self-assessment really helpful or necessary? Lexie Williamson investigates

By Cycling Fitness Published 11 September 15

Zwift Women's Week will take place between March 8 and March 15

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 8 March 18

Physio and osteopath Lewis Wood addresses soreness across the back of the thigh — namely, strained hamstrings

By Cycling Weekly Published 26 March 14

Don’t let differences in fitness or strength sour a riding relationship. Rebecca Charlton suggests a few quick tips to create cycling harmony on your Sunday ride

By Cycling Weekly Published 14 October 10

As more cyclists have taken up road racing, the frequency of crashes has increased at an alarming rate. Louise Mahé assesses how to improve your skills to stay safe while riding in a bunch

By Jack Elton-Walters Published 17 June 15

The British rider took his career up a level with a strict diet and training regime after his move to the South of France

By Chris Sidwells Published 19 October 16

As cyclists we’re endlessly enticed by brands promising that their products will make us fitter and faster if only we shell out some cash. How to sort fact from falsehood? Dr Nick Tiller assesses the evidence behind some of cycling’s most popular ergogenic aids

By Jack Elton-Walters Published 28 June 16

We asked the Canyon//SRAM rider for some training sessions that would help riders targeting peak power

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 26 April 17

It might seem like tearing off the start like as fast as your can will get you a quick time in your time trial or sportive, but it reality you'll pay for it later on, pace yourself effectively and you might be able to see your times tumble...

By Cycling Weekly Published 11 August 14

Prepare well and you can ensure your training camp is a triumphant and not a disappointment

By Paul Knott Published 28 February 19

Making a training mistake or two during your cycling life is inevitable. But focusing on your own ability and goals is the key to keeping your progress on track.

By Josephine Perry Published 28 February 17

Most climbs have changes in gradient, but what’s the fastest way to get to the top? Vicky Ware investigates

By Cycling Fitness Published 8 October 15

The century ride is old news — distance-lovers have upped the ante to 150 miles and beyond. Simon Schofield explores the appeal of going very long

By Simon Schofield Published 5 April 16

Britain’s most decorated Olympian tells Cycling Weekly about his approach to training and how to make it work for you

By Paul Knott Published 10 March 16

Cycling Weekly readers give their tips on how to stay motivated to ride through the colder months

By Nigel Wynn Published 26 October 15

Busy work and family lives will get in the way of your riding. Vicky Ware takes a look at five real world ways that you can mimic the pro lifestyle

By Cycling Fitness Published 19 October 15

Zwift has announced the latest feature designed to keep riders together during these uncertain times.

By Alex Ballinger Published 3 April 20

Our top tips on how to climb Box Hill

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 16 September 19

Three short, sharp turbo sessions to hone fitness levels and get the heart pumping

By Cycling Weekly Published 15 December 08

New partnership between Strava and Zwift gives all Strava Premium subscribers two months of the online indoor trainer for free

By Cycling Weekly Published 30 October 15

How do you draw your roadmap to success? Hannah Reynolds and Josephine Perry explain how to build your personal profile and turn self-knowledge into success

By Josephine Perry Published 14 June 18

Endurance came easy for CW’s Michelle Arthurs-Brennan, but could she train her body to improve on her weakest area - sprinting?

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 21 December 18

Indoor app TrainerRoad has launched a great new feature to help riders stay in touch during the coronavirus crisis.

By Alex Ballinger Published 31 March 20

If you’ve got a big event coming up and you haven’t put in the miles then you may be tempted to cram in some panic training. This is typical of many bike riders who potter along for 11 months and then go mad for two weeks before their biggest event of the year, er... so we’re told...

By Cycling Weekly Published 10 July 14

Overcoming injury is never easy, but indoor training can be a big benefit to getting yourself back to full strength

By Paul Knott Published 20 November 10

Winter has arrived for most people, so you might be tempted to pack away the bike and hibernate for the next six months. But these tips from winter-hardened pros prove you can keep on pedalling come what may

By Cycling Fitness Published 3 November 16