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    Richard Gasperotti: From Garage Rollers to a Virtual Peloton
    Health & Training

    For Richard Gasperotti, a home cycling trainer was initially nothing more than an emergency solution, cobbled together by his BMX club coaches in Chomutov in former Czechoslovakia. Today, however, a modern smart trainer paired with apps like Rouvy or Zwift is an excellent tool for…

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    Turbo Trainer Hacks to Make Indoor Cycling Less Miserable
    Health & Training

    For many cyclists, indoor training is the necessary evil of winter. It’s cycling stripped of its best parts – no fresh air, no changing scenery, no questionable roadside cafés serving overpriced coffee. Instead, you’re left pedalling in place, watching sweat pool beneath you like you’ve…

  • its-okay-to-take-it-slow-in-winter

    It’s Okay to Take It Slow in Winter
    Outdoor/Mountain

    Winter’s cold temperatures make it hard to get motivated to go riding. Pushing yourself on the bike in frigid temperatures is a challenge when you’re repeatedly tempted to stay in bed or plunk down on the couch with a hot drink and a good movie…

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    5 Tips to Reduce Saddle Pain While Cycling Indoors
    Health & Training

    Anyone who just got into cycling knows that it can hurt quite a bit to sit on a hard saddle for hours. But indoor cycling can present some challenges even for seasoned cyclists. Let’s look at a few strategies to help you avoid a sore…

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    Nutrition for Zwift Training and Racing
    Health & Training

    Fuelling indoor cycling sessions is much different from eating and drinking on normal outdoor rides. The shorter duration and increased sweat rate change the stresses placed on your body. What are the best practices when it comes to nutrition for Zwift events?

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    How Do High-Profile Esports Cycling Races Ensure Fair Conditions?
    Road cycling

    Esports have been enjoying a decent amount of limelight recently and with the 2022 UCI Cycling Esports Championships approaching fast, more people might be drawn to their inner workings, especially those related to performance evaluation. How hard is it to monitor each rider, given that…

  • tactics-and-tricks-for-racing-on-zwift

    Tactics and Tricks for Racing on Zwift
    Health & Training

    Racing on Zwift is very different from most typical outdoor races. It’s probably closer to time trials but you still have to consider power-ups and specific mechanisms Zwift uses for drafting and riding in groups. If you understand how these things work, you can be…

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