Riding on cobblestones is not a particularly pleasant experience, especially on a road bike without any suspension. Why do road cyclists do it to themselves? And why are there even races on this hellish surface? Let’s take a closer look.
Working with a coach is the best way to reach your body-composition, dietary and athletic goals. But finding a good coach is hard! Getting a recommendation can help a lot but it’s not enough. You have to know how to judge whether a coach will…
For seasoned cyclists who regularly go beyond the 100 km mark, the primary challenge shifts from building leg strength and endurance to balancing one’s level of comfort. Once you’ve reached a certain degree of fitness and can manage longer distances, discomfort in the neck, hands,…
A new study adds evidence that your lifestyle plays a major role in how likely you are to develop serious diseases such as cancer. And it’s not just about smoking. Let’s take a look at what other behaviours are impactful and how you can improve.
Energy deficits commonly used for managing weight are reaching better power-to-weight ratios in cycling. But they can come at a cost. Being in an energy deficit is hard on the body and sports science shows it can have substantial negative effects on health.
