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What is a recovery ride? Recovery rides are rides devoted to just taking it easy and spinning your legs to get the blood flowing. This increase of blood flow goes a long way in helping you recover more quickly from hard training days. Recovery rides are simple to do and – when done correctly – they can speed you up...

Make the most of summer training Summer is here and with it the most ideal period for training. Make the most of this summer with developing a clear plan for your training. You may be able to get pretty fit just by winging your training, but following a few simple training tips will help you take your cycling to a...

Spring back to cycling Spring is an exciting season for cyclists. The weather warms up and it's time to get back to the road, building up strength and endurance. Many of us are so eager to get back to cycling outdoors that we can make a few blunders in our spring training. Learn about some of the most common mistakes...

Off season fitness Let's be honest, when the temperatures drop to a certain level, not many of us are hopping on our bikes to head out for a ride. Consequently, cyclists are always looking for off season exercises that will benefit their cycling come spring. In general, running is an effective cross-training method for cyclists. However, before jumping into running...

Is grip strength important for cycling? Grip strength is often an overlooked topic within the cycling community. However, grip strength can actually have a significant impact on cycling performance. Not to mention it's used as a biomarker for health! A weak grip is correlated with increased mortality and mobility issues later in life. Consequently, even if you weren't a cyclist...