If you ride anywhere in the western states, contending with poor air quality during the summer months is a training reality. Emissions, wood smoke, and ozone; they all contribute to a less than ideal environment for riding.
Read More “Air Quality and Cycling: When to Ride, When to Stay Home”
I’ve never met a cyclist excited about getting slower, especially in a finishing sprint, but as hard and as smart as you train, getting older means getting slower.
So why exactly does your sprint get slower as you age, and is there anything you can do about it?
Do you love riding in the blazing heat? Me neither. If races were only held in cool temperatures, avoiding the heat when training would be simple; only ride in the morning. But cycling doesn’t work that way. Inevitably it’s going to be hot, and you’re going to be on your bike.
The following is an excerpt from an upcoming book on technology, distraction, and why training simply is the most effective way to improve your cycling. To get updates and follow the progress of the book please sign up for our newsletter.
If you’re just joining us, here’s a brief overview of what we’ve covered so far in our series on strength training for cycling.
Read More “Strength Training For Cycling: Part Six – The Plan”
The following is part five of our series on strength training for cyclists. You can head to the beginning of the series by clicking here.
Read More “Strength Training For Cycling: Part Five – Understanding Intensity”
The following is part four of our series on strength training for cyclists. You can head to the beginning of the series by clicking here.
Read More “Strength Training For Cycling: part Four – Selecting Exercises”
The following is part three of our series on strength training for cyclists. You can head to the beginning of the series by clicking here.
Read More “Strength Training For Cycling: Part Three – Equipment”
The following is part two of our series on strength training for cyclists. You can check out the introduction to the series by clicking on this link, or head to part one by clicking here.
Read More “Strength Training For Cycling: Part Two – Getting Faster”
The following is part one of our series on strength training for cyclists. You can check out the introduction to the series by clicking on this link.
Read More “Strength Training For Cycling: Part One – Improving Health”
