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Strength training for cyclists: How often should we hit the gym, and, what should we do there?
The need-to-know essentials for cyclists lifting weights – Rob Kemp asks an expert
By Rob Kemp Published
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‘It’s a little taste of where we’re going’: Zwift’s latest update means outdoor rides will count on the virtual training platform
Zwift may be synonymous with indoor riding, but soon cycling outdoors will contribute to fitness metrics and gain ‘experience points’, as the app unveils new tracking metrics
By Amy Sedghi Published
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Call me an antisocial misery guts if you wish, I’d rather cycle solo than join the group ride
It takes all kinds to make up the cycling community, and Stephen Shrubsall is certainly one of a kind…
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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What's the optimal crank length for you? How to calculate the best setup
If the crank length is too long you'll suffer hip, knee and back pain. So, get it right for better bike handling, aero gains and pain-free rides
By Nicole Oh Last updated
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'I don’t deconstruct what I do. It’s just something that has come naturally over many years': The world's fastest descender on cornering at 70kph
Downhill maestro Safa Brian tells Maria David how he mastered the art of descending to become faster than everyone - except, perhaps, Tom Pidcock
By Maria David Published
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Is creatine a useful supplement for cyclists?
One the few supplements with a strong evidence base, creatine promises explosive gains, finds Rob Kemp
By Rob Kemp Published
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Six reasons to sign up to L’Étape du Tour de France 2025 with Alzheimer’s Research UK
Ride the same roads as the pros. Raise money for Alzheimer's Research UK and take part in L’Étape du Tour de France 2025, a bucket list event for many cyclists.
By Cat Glowinski Published
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No lycra, no problem: A beginner’s guide to biking in comfort without ever having to step foot in a bike shop
Cycling doesn’t require a uniform. Tps for biking comfortably in what you already own—or can easily find—no matter your budget or size
By Marley Blonsky Published
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How to become a better cyclist in 5 simple steps
Straightforward advice to help you ride faster and longer
By Cat Glowinski Published