Improving cycling economy means going faster with less exertion. It’s the dream of every cyclist. There are many ways to improve your economy. Last time we talked about the gains you can get from improving your bike position and mechanical maintenance. Now it’s time to…
Heat is the enemy of performance and cyclists are using various tools to reduce it. Low-temperature drinks made with blended ice and liquids called ice slushies or slurries are one of them. When and how to use them most effectively? Let’s see what the science…
Cycling economy is an important determinant of performance. There are several ways you can improve it and some of them have nothing to do with training. Let’s take a look at how mechanical aspects can assist you in getting a better cycling economy.
Getting your VO2 max measured requires expensive laboratory equipment and it’s not really cheap or convenient to do it often. Garmin promises to estimate your VO2 max just by having you wear a watch while exercising. How accurate are Garmin devices when it comes to…
