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From Bed to Shed – Motivation for Winter Training
Riding during the winter can actually be fun if you have the right equipment and the right mindset. There is no doubt that winter training
How to hold your handlebars
There are many way in which we can hold/grip our handlebars. Here is a short video on the best ways to hold your bars in
Climbing Tips
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Resistance Training for Fat Burning
Whether you are cycling in preparation for a particular event or just to stay healthy and lose weight, resistance training should form part of your
Getting ready for Winter
After a long season your body and mind may be feeling quite jaded. Although it is quite possible that a lack of motivation makes you
10 things I wish I knew when I started cycling.
Looking back now I can have little smile and a giggle at how I might have looked and acted when i first began my cycling
How clean is your cycling bottle?
There are many things we can overlook regarding our equipment and bikes. It seems like a constant merry-go-round of cycling, drinking, eating, recovering etc. We
Cleaning your bike
What’s the first thing you’ll do when you’ve finished your cycle? Have a recovery drink ?……good idea, Have a shower ?……..a very good idea, Maybe
How to set up your bike position
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5 tips to prepare mentally for racing
Okay, so you’re coming into your first national championships or maybe you’re a veteran of racing. I have compiled a list of 5 tips you
Drafting – The Essential Skill
I love cycling in a group. There are many reasons – the opportunity to chat to other people, the little bit of competition and the
4 ways to stay motivated
Riding a bike is easy, getting out the door to ride it sometimes is the tough bit. Its easy to forget when you look at
Using your gears
When you take part in a group cycle, you will become very much aware of all the crunching and clanging coming from people’s gears. With
Helmet Check
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How stress affects your cycling and triathlon performance
Being stressed is not always bad for your performance. It can help you be more alert, focussed, more motivated to train, and it can even
The benefits of correct saddle height
THE BENEFITS * Maximum power application to the pedals * Comfort * Road Safety (better control of the bike) * Easier to achieve aerodynamic position
Stretches to prevent injury
Knee and hip pain are the most common cycling injuries. The most common cause of knee (and hip pain) in cyclists is iliotibial band (IT
Drinking and Eating Before You Cycle
Drinking and eating before training or a race is just as important as during. Do not rely on your sense of thirst or hunger. It is important
Protein for Cyclists
When you train exceptionally hard, whether it is in the gym or sprint training, you are effectively breaking down muscle tissue and the repair process
Carbohydrates for Cyclists
The optimum percentage of calories should be made up of at least 60% for all athletes. It is better to have more complex carbohydrate. Whole
A Basic Introduction to Heart Rate Zone Training
To get the most out of your cycling workouts, you should frequently monitor your exercise intensity. This will insure that you are working within you
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