When you ask most cyclists why they ride, you’ll hear familiar answers — freedom, fitness, friendship, headspace. But lately, more riders are talking about something deeper: mental health. From the pro peloton to local clubs, conversations around anxiety, burnout, and emotional well-being are increasingly flowing…
If you’ve ever debated whether to spend your recovery time sweating in a sauna or soaking in a hot tub, science just made your decision easier. Researchers at the Bowerman Sports Science Center compared three popular forms of heat therapy: a traditional dry sauna, a…
Garmin loves to flash your VO2 max on screen, but how much can you rely on that number? New research suggests the answer depends not only on the device, but also on how fit you are.
This was never going to be a solo challenge. From the start of the year, the plan was for me and my girlfriend to take on our first 100-mile ride together. We’d been talking about it for months, preparing in our own way, and looking…
