Training

Can lacing up your running shoes actually boost your cycling performance – or is it a fast track to injury? Discover the real pros and cons of mixing kilometres on foot with time in the saddle, and learn how to strike the right balance.

At some point, every endurance athlete gets tempted by the same thought: what if I could get fitter without doing more hours, just by making the work feel harder? It’s a dangerously appealing idea because it sounds like training and life hacking in the same sentence.

Cycling apps have become an essential part of modern riding, supporting navigation, performance tracking, training and indoor cycling. With many platforms serving different purposes, choosing the right app depends on how and where you ride, what data you value, and how you prefer to train.

A 100-mile ride is achievable with steady training, smart pacing, and consistent fuelling - turning a big challenge into a rewarding day out.

Think dehydration is a summer problem? Think again. Cold air dulls your thirst, increases fluid loss and quietly chips away at your performance, whether you’re riding icy roads or training indoors. Here’s how to stay properly hydrated through winter so your legs stay strong and your progress doesn’t freeze.

Stronger legs help cyclists produce more power, resist fatigue, and stay injury-free. One or two simple strength sessions per week - focused on squats, hinges, and single-leg work—can significantly improve your riding performance.

When cyclists talk about getting faster, aerodynamics often sounds like something reserved for pros, wind tunnels and marginal gains. In reality, the way air flows around you affects every ride. Understanding it can change how you think about speed.

Riding through winter is entirely achievable with the right approach. A few practical changes to your preparation, gear and mindset can make cold weather riding safer, more enjoyable, and far more consistent.

FTP is more than just a number – it’s a powerful way to measure fitness, set training zones and track progress. Discover what counts as a good FTP for cyclists, how gender and age influences FTP, and what it really takes to improve your cycling power.