Indoor trainers: what is electromagnetic resistance and can it make you fitter?

There's a huge range of options when it comes to choosing an indoor trainer, but what is the best technology for you?

David Bradford (Daniel Gould)

Indoor training is growing in popularity in cycling and with new technological developments the discipline is only expected to continue its upward trajectory.

There is now a huge range of software you can use to cycle inside, gain fitness and even stay social, while there is also an endless list of turbo trainer options.

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Simon Smythe

Simon Smythe is a hugely experienced cycling tech writer, who has been writing for Cycling Weekly since 2003. Until recently he was our senior tech writer. In his cycling career Simon has mostly focused on time trialling with a national medal, a few open wins and his club's 30-mile record in his palmares. These days he spends most of his time testing road bikes, or on a tandem doing the school run with his younger son.