Cycling in hot weather poses unique challenges. It accelerates dehydration, heat stress, increases the chance of gastrointestinal problems, and impairs recovery. A good understanding of how heat impacts your body and taking the right steps to prepare for it is crucial. Let’s take a look at what you can do in preparation for riding in the heat.
Cycling is a safe and healthy sport. But there are certainly many ways to injure yourself on the bike. Let’s start this series with the scariest cause of injury, a crash. Let’s take a look at the most common injuries caused by crashed, what to…
Energy deficit in cycling can help you reach your optimal race weight but it can also put you at risk of developing RED-S. What is it and why are female athletes more susceptible to it than males? Let’s take a closer look.
Why do you ride your bike? Is it to lose weight, stay fit or win races? How about just for fun? Research suggests that having fun can be one of the most important things to look for when choosing a sport. Let’s take a closer…
An energy deficit can be a powerful tool for cyclists trying to get to their optimal race weight. Unfortunately, it can be detrimental not only to health but also to performance. Let’s take a look at when and how it impacts cycling performance.
