If you ever watched Tour de France, you've probably said to yourself "one day, I'm going to ride those mountains." Only to put the ambition aside and go on with your life. Surely, such a trip …
Differences in power output uphill vs flat cycling
Do you struggle to achieve the same power output when riding on flat roads compared to uphill? A recent study published in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport suggests this difference is …
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Indoor and outdoor power is not interchangeable
Have you ever struggled to achieve the same indoor and outdoor power outputs? If so, you would not be alone. This begs the question if indoor and outdoor power output does indeed differ. And if …
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Do fast start intervals boost training effect?
If you are a keen cyclist you are probably looking for ways to optimize your intervals for greater training effect. There is a handful of interesting studies showing compelling results with …
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A giant study on power records in 144 professional cyclists
What power outputs do you need to perform on the big stage in professional cycling? Power records of the pros go some way in providing an answer. Aspiring riders may use existing power data as …
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Off-season HIT improves cycling performance next year
If you want to become a stronger rider next season, you may consider including some high intensity (HIT) intervals in your off-season break. There is compelling evidence to suggest that your level …
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