{"id":177403,"date":"2020-04-07T12:24:09","date_gmt":"2020-04-07T12:24:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/?p=177403"},"modified":"2020-05-20T11:40:22","modified_gmt":"2020-05-20T11:40:22","slug":"training-at-home-setting-up-your-training-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/2020\/04\/07\/training-at-home-setting-up-your-training-space\/","title":{"rendered":"Training at Home \u2013 Setting up Your Training Space"},"content":{"rendered":"

Having a good indoor setup that makes you want to train even in winter or when the weather is preventing you from going outside can be the difference between getting fit or getting out of shape. Let\u2019s take a look at all you need to create a cycling-friendly environment at home.<\/strong>
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Choose your bike trainer<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The most important piece of gear, except for your bike, is the bike trainer. There is a lot to choose from. If you don\u2019t already own one, here is a quick overview of your options. You can decide based on your budget if a simple turbo trainer is enough or if you\u2019ll try rollers or splurge on a high-tech smart bike.<\/p>\n

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Turbo trainers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

These are probably the most common type of trainers. You can get the cheapest for less than 100 euros. You just attach your bike onto them through the rear axle and start pedalling. The more you pay the more realistic experience you will get. At the mid-range, you will find direct-drive turbo trainers. These often have a cassette attached to an internal housing so you have to remove your rear wheel and hook the chain onto this cassette. These are usually much quieter and can simulate a wider variety of rides. If you have a sizable budget, go for a smart trainer. These can automatically increase and decrease the resistance, which allows them to work with virtual cycling and training apps such as Zwift, Rouvy, Sufferfest, and others.<\/p>\n

Rollers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

These consist of free-spinning cylinders on which the bike stands. When you start pedalling, the cylinders rotate to simulate the ground moving beneath your wheels. They are generally cheaper than turbo trainers, they are better for storage and transport, and they also generally have better and more realistic feel while riding. The problem is that they are not very beginner friendly and you can\u2019t connect to those popular virtual training platforms.<\/p>\n

Smart bikes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you want to splurge on your setup, you can buy a high-tech smart bike that\u2019s designed solely for indoor cycle training. These offer the ability to monitor your power output, your pedal stroke, cadence, heart rate, and pretty much everything else you can get from any other trainer. Wattbike is one such example but other brands including Stages, Wahoo, and SRM also offer these products.<\/p>\n<\/lite-youtube>\n

Get your accessories ready<\/strong><\/h2>\n

When you find a good place for your trainer, make sure you have your bike set up properly before starting. The right fit is more important indoors than outdoors because you won\u2019t be as dynamic. Check out our article on bike fitting<\/a> if you need a few tips. Now, let\u2019s go over the other gear you will need.<\/p>\n

A fan<\/strong> \u2013 Having someone to cheer you on as you pedal at home would be nice but a mechanical fan that blows air is much more essential. Indoor training is hot work and requires suitable ventilation and temperature control. Most experienced indoor riders opt for multiple fans to keep body and room temperatures at a comfortable level.
\nA floor mat<\/strong> \u2013 It will save your floor from pools of salty sweat and perhaps add a little bit of noise dampening for the neighbours.
\nA towel<\/strong> \u2013 It might sound a bit excessive but without the cool wind outdoors, you might end up sweating a lot and getting all of that salty liquid on your bike wouldn\u2019t be a good idea. You can even add a headband or wristbands if you tend to sweat a lot.
\nA stand<\/strong> \u2013 You will need something to put your screen, towel, snack, or a fan on. Having it close to your bike will allow you to stay on your bike during the whole session.
\nA water bottle<\/strong> \u2013 Try to stick with drinking from a bidon on your bike. Having more practice pulling it out and putting it back in the cage never hurts and it will make you feel more like you\u2019re actually riding outdoors.
\nCycling clothes<\/strong> \u2013 It might seem like you can use any clothing at home but you will find that a stationary bike makes you more prone to chafing and comfortable clothing is more important than ever. Also, changing to cycling clothes will help get your mind ready for a training session.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t forget about inspiration and entertainment<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The last piece of the puzzle is something that will make your training more enjoyable and give it meaning. For some, a poster of a favourite rider or an upcoming race on the wall is enough. Others prefer listening to music or podcasts or even watching a Netflix show while riding. Recently, another great option for indoor cycling has emerged \u2013 virtual training. You can socialize with others training at home, it gamifies your training, and you can experience routes you wouldn\u2019t otherwise have. We will go over the most popular virtual training platforms in the next article in the series.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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