Breathing as a Recovery Tool
The list of recovery tools the modern day cyclists has access to is quite long, and now there are tools promising to monitor and quantify your recovery. But we’re missing the best one, that’s right under your nose.
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BREATHING: At The Center Of Your Best Rides
When it comes to breathing many of us think “Hey, if I'm not dead, I’m certainly doing it right!” Unfortunately this is not the case, and our poor breathing can keep us from unlocking our full potential and speed, as well as unnecessarily…
You’re Fit, But Are You Healthy?
Just because you're an endurance athlete, doesn't mean you're healthy. You may ride fast, eat well, and look super fit and healthy to all around you, but regular health checkups are so important to make sure.
Five Ways You Sabotage Your Training
Over the last 15 years, I’ve seen, and made, a lot of mistakes that have muted cycling performance. And after all of these mess-ups and learning (a lot!) here are the top 5 mistakes that keep us from having the stellar seasons we know we…
Balance Training – Is the Wobble Worth It?
It’s becoming popular for cyclists (and triathletes) to put a big focus on “balance training” as a part of their strength training. Do you really need the wobble, or is it just throwing your training off-balance?
Mid-Winter Strength Training Course Correction
With the turn of the calendar over to a new year, many of us have begun to assess how our fall training has done as far as helping us attain the results we want. For some, the results from our strength training seems to be mixed.
Strength Training for Cyclists 50+
You’re convinced about the importance of strength training for both your cycling and your general health and are excited to hit the gym. But if you’re over 50, what are some considerations and modifications you need to consider?
Strength Training: Three Essential On-Bike Complements
What does it take to ACTUALLY see on-bike results from your strength training? These three key components may not seem like much, but they make THE difference to becoming a stronger cyclist.
Weight Training For Cyclists: Go Slow to Ride Fast
Halloween is just around the corner, which means the vast majority of cyclists are now turning to the weight training in an attempt to get faster. Today, we look at the importance of slowing down the movements, to help you get far better…
The 3 Day Strength Training Plan for Cyclists Over 50
With Labor day behind us and the clocks set to fall back an hour in the coming weeks, many cyclists are beginning to turn their focus to the weight room and strength training. Here are three things riders aged over 50 should consider to get…