Pilates for cyclists: is it worth it?

Is there a benefit for the average cyclist to focus on improving postural strength with Pilates? Michael Stokoe tells us more

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Many cyclists’ main performance concern is optimising their power-to-weight ratio, increasing their VO2 max or developing explosive speed.

But what about an activity that develops core strength, stability and motion control? Could pilates be a worthwhile addition to your training?

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