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?
When the days grow shorter and the roads slicker, many cyclists feel their motivation start to wane. The thrill of a long weekend ride gives way to thoughts of cozy cafés and indoor trainers. Yet for countless riders, it’s not the individual drive that keeps…
The UCI has recently weighed in on the use of ketone supplements, declaring there is “no reason for them to be used” in pro cycling. That statement prompts the questions: how widespread is ketone use in the pro peloton, and what are the implications of…
You know the advice: keep most rides easy, build your aerobic base, stay in zone two. Simple in theory. In practice, I’ve spent a surprising amount of time trying to work out whether it’s easier to stick to that plan when I’m riding alone, with…
Repeat after me: KEEN-wah. Again: KEEN-wah. It is spelled q-u-i-n-o-a and if it isn’t already, it should be part of your pre- and post-ride menu all year round.
