Ever wondered how it feels to ride a brutal mountain stage in the Tour de France? This article will help you design your own version of a summit battle – scaled to your fitness, but still epic.
What do the pros at the Tour de France do on a rest day, and how can you best copy them? This article will show you how to create a true recovery day, whether you’re a data nerd or a couch cruiser.
I’ve ridden solo for years. But recently, I spotted a “Casual (No-drop) / Rolling Hills” ride on Strava hosted by a local bike shop. It promised a manageable 27 km/h pace – slightly faster than my usual – but I figured the draft would make…
Recovery has taken on a deeper meaning for me over the years. It’s not just about fresh legs or ticking off protocols—it’s also about letting go of past races, the things I could’ve done differently, and shifting my focus to being present. I try to…
Sometimes, you start the season flying—getting a great result right away—and that vibe carries you through the whole spring campaign. But other times, things just don’t line up, and that was my experience this year.
There comes a time when your obsession with MTB finally drives you to build a training plan. After all, pushing yourself without structure can only bring you so far. After a certain point, you need to focus on specifics. You know, the pro stuff.
Autumn is here. Actually, it has been here for quite some time and you can already feel the perfect trifecta of cycling misery – shorter days, unpredictable weather, and the constant temptation of pumpkin-spiced everything. Usually, this is the time when I let loose and…
The holidays are coming up and all the social commitments, reduced daylight, and changing weather will put training time in danger. The question many cyclists are asking themselves is how much do I have to train to maintain my fitness through this season? Let’s see…
As you’ll quickly learn when you come to love the two-wheel life — cycling isn’t just a physical challenge; it’s a mental game as well. Whether tackling a tough climb, battling headwinds, or slogging through fatigue, having a ‘push yourself strategy pack’ to support your…
