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I've trained hard for an event - how do I arrive in peak form?
We ask a scientist how to hit your peak bang on time
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Is massage a gimmick, or does it really aid recovery from cycling?
The post-event rub-down is a cycling staple for the pros but what benefits does it really bring? Rob Kemp consults the experts to weigh up the evidence
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Ask a cycling coach: how to taper for 'big goal' long events?
The hard work has been done, and now it’s time to turn those rain-soaked winter miles into sun-splashed summer smiles.
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We took a microbiome test to assess gut health - was it worth it?
A gastroenterologist’s advice on limiting gut distress and improving your microbiome
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11 ways to descend like a demon
Descending is a learned skill and few come more respected than handling guru
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Reduce injury risk by following this guide on how to set your cycling cleat position
Riding clipped in can be more comfortable and enhance your performance - providing you’ve set your cleats up correctly. Here’s our expert guide on how to do just that
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A new era emerges: meet the rising talent that stole the show at the Tour de France Femmes
A familiar face may have won the race, but rising stars shone brightest. Here are the names you'll want to remember in the seasons ahead.
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Dr Hutch: Carbohydrate intake and mid-race nutrition is a sport in itself
I once ate a gel that tasted of slugs compacted into a wrapper. The pro peloton has trained itself to eat like Homer Simpson
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Lower back pain and cycling: I’m a physiotherapist, and here’s all you need to know
Incorrect bike fit, imbalances and simply sitting for too long during the day can all be contributing factors, writes physiotherapist, Nicole Oh
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I’ve got a strong base of endurance, how do I get faster?
James Benson-King is no stranger to turning the pedals, but ramping up his average speed over a shorter distance will represent a new challenge
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How does a former British gravel champion train for Unbound?
18 hours and 10 minutes of training - but what sessions were on the menu?
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7 ways to enjoy cycling with children in the school holidays and beyond
Fun with bikes for all the family, whatever your ages and abilities
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Who are the contenders for the 2024 Vuelta a España?
Here are the key riders to watch at the 21-stage event
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'I’ve heard stories of him head-butting walls - maybe that can be my trademark!' — meet the Grindley racing duo
The British teenager has hit the ground running in his sporting career, but that’s no surprise as his father did exactly the same
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I got ultra-fit over 40 - and you can, too
Having quit serious training for a life on the road, Marcus Leach has a change of heart upon turning 40 – and decides it’s time to get back in the hurt locker
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Olympic tech: what the Paris 2024 athletes are riding this year
Olympic performance isn’t just the product of a four-year training cycle, but of research, design and technological advances
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‘Nobody cares, work harder’ - how Keegan Swenson muscled his way to gravel dominance
With all the big races to his name, he's America’s best gravel racer, and now, he has rainbow stripes in his sight
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'One of sport's great stories' - Dan Bigham and the Olympic dream that almost fell apart
A training crash in Paris almost derailed the Brit's Olympic journey, but after years of dedication, he's now a silver medallist
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I realised when my toddler slept in that family bikepacking was possible: 8 tips for bikepacking with children
Just remember to take a bucket with a lid, writes Sam Jones
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Revisiting memorable cycling moments from Olympic history
As we enjoy the action from Paris, Chris Sidwells looks back on cycling’s biggest Olympic moments
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Hidden monsters: America’s 4 best secret cycling climbs to add to your bucket list
Europe may be home to some of the most legendary climbs, but the United States has plenty of towering monsters with its own mythology and a handful of giants that you may not have heard about yet.
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Core training vs strength training: which will make you a better cyclist?
In our 'Will It Work?' series, Sports Science expert Hannah Reynolds investigates common fitness hacks, to determine if they're really any good for the time crunched athlete
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'You can't pass the salt': Exploring professional cyclists' extraordinary superstitions and good luck charms
Tom Thewlis delves into the superstitions of the Tour de France peloton and tries to find out why riders adhere to them
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11 ways to increase your average speed: training tips and instant gains
When looked at over a period of months, your average speed can tell you a great deal about how you’re improving as a cyclist. Here’s some top tips to get your mean looking meaner
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The science of detraining and retraining
Time off the bike is the enemy of fitness but how bad is the damage and how best to reverse it? James Shrubsall investigates
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What does it take to make the Team GB Olympic squad?
Anna Morris, 29, from Cardiff, put her career as a junior doctor on hold to ride for Team GB at the Paris 2024 Olympics
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I rode the Paris Olympics road race course on a 20-kilogram hire bike
On a three-speed steed, I struggled up the trio of climbs – two of which are cobbled – that will light up the weekend's action
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'I want to be the best in the world' - sitting down with Chloé Dygert
A crash in the time trial thwarted Chloé Dygert's Olympic triple effort, but she's still got the track and road race to go. Chris Marshall-Bell sits down with the enigmatic American to find out what makes her tick
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Hot weather cycling: 6 tips to help you keep your cool
A spell of hot weather needn't stop you enjoying your riding, as long as you take some precautions to prevent over-heating and dehydration
