Should you stand up when climbing or stay seated? It’s a commonly discussed question among cyclists. Why do some cyclists enjoy getting out of the saddle? Is it more efficient? When should you stand up and how to do it well?
Become a Better Climber
Should you stand up when climbing or stay seated? It’s a commonly discussed question among cyclists. Why do some cyclists enjoy getting out of the saddle? Is it more efficient? When should you stand up and how to do it well?
Indoor cycling is the next best thing to outdoor cycling. I mean, when it’s -15°C with a snow blizzard trying to bury your town, riding outside is, let’s say, not very wise. Indoor cycling offers an excuse-free alternative. Something that won’t allow you to whine,…
There is a long-standing idea that exercise must be wearing out the heart by burning through our lifetime supply of heartbeats. It sounds logical. Push hard on a climb, and the heart surges into the red. Do that several times a week for years and,…
Ah, January. A time for fresh starts, bold plans, and lying to ourselves in our ride journals. If you haven’t set at least one cycling goal you’ll completely abandon by the 20th, are you even a cyclist?
Winter riding always tricks me into thinking I don’t need to eat or drink much. The rides are shorter, the pace is lower, and I rarely feel hungry or thirsty in the cold. But that instinct has caused more problems than I expected, especially once…
