Training

How to build winter base fitness on the bike

Winter is where cycling fitness is quietly earned rather than loudly displayed. The rides are colder, darker and often shorter, but they serve a different purpose to summer miles....

How to start road cycling at 40 without wrecking yourself

Starting road cycling at 40 can feel like a contradiction. You are old enough to know your body matters, but young enough to want...

How to fuel your rides: simple nutrition for beginners

Good fuelling turns an ordinary ride into a strong, controlled and enjoyable one. For beginners, nutrition often feels confusing because advice ranges from scientific...

Strength training for cyclists at home with minimal kit

Cyclists talk endlessly about endurance and climbing legs, yet some of the biggest gains come from what you do off the bike. Strength work...

How to get faster on three rides a week

Most riders assume speed comes from high-volume training or long, punishing rides. In reality, you can make meaningful, sustainable gains on just three rides...

Training plan for your first 100 km ride

The first 100 km ride is a landmark for many cyclists. It sits at that perfect point where endurance, pacing and discipline come together....

Top Cycling Training Tips to Improve Your Endurance and Speed

Improving your cycling performance isn't about riding endlessly - it’s about training with purpose. Whether you're aiming to master endurance cycling, push your average...

Fitness Training for Long-Distance Cycling: Preparing for the Journey

Standing at the start line of my first century ride, watching seasoned cyclists warm up with confidence, I realised how much I wished someone...

Power Meter Pedals for Training: Your Top Questions Answered

In the world of cycling, power meter pedals have become an invaluable tool for riders looking to enhance their training and performance. In this...

Zwift launches rival event to the Esport World Championships

Zwift has officially unveiled plans for a pioneering e-sports competition, touted as a rival to the UCI World Championships which it has lost to...

Rouvy vs Zwift: Comparing virtual roads

In the realm of indoor cycling, Rouvy and Zwift are two leading platforms, each offering a unique set of features that cater to varying...