The Role of Kilojoules in Endurance Training
Kilojoules offer a practical way to quantify the work you do in training, particularly when power data is available. Understanding kilojoules in endurance training can help you monitor workload, plan fuelling and recovery, and build the durability needed to sustain performance over longer rides and events. Covered in this blog Understanding kilojoules Monitoring kilojoules […]
How to Write Your Own Cycling Training Plan
Writing your own cycling training plan can be rewarding and empowering, whether you want to improve everyday fitness, prepare for a Gran Fondo or take on a multi-day tour. The key is to match your goals, current fitness and available time with a structure you can follow consistently. This guide explains the essential building blocks […]
How to Improve Your Cycling Cadence
If you want to improve cycling cadence, the aim is not simply to spin your legs faster. Finding a cadence you can control efficiently can help you manage fatigue and ride more comfortably across long rides, climbs and harder efforts. The practical tips and drills below will help you build that skill progressively. Covered […]
Comparing the Impact of Cycling Investments
When you want to ride faster or further, it is easy to assume that the newest bike or latest gear will make the biggest difference. In reality, cycling performance investments deliver very different returns depending on your current setup, training and goals. This guide compares the likely impact and cost of aero testing, bike fit, […]
The Death of the Generic Training Plan: How AI Is Revolutionising Non-Coached Cyclists’ Training
Generic cycling training plans are convenient, and you may even have bought one of mine, but their one-size-fits-all approach rarely reflects your fitness, goals, recovery or life beyond the bike. They can provide structure, yet they often rely on assumptions that fail to account for how you are actually responding to training. AI offers a […]
Client testimonial: Amanda Whittington
Name Amanda Whittington Age 46 Background Just three years cycling Challenges Single mom New to cycling Anxious on the bike Target Be faster Keep up with group rides Build confidence Best part of working with Pav Pav is very compassionate Very knowledgeable Personalises plan Plan was flexible too Achievements working with […]
Client testimonial: Salem Al-Mudhaf
Cycling Training for Beginners Salem Al-Mudhaf, 39, was completely new to cycling when we started working together. With an incredibly busy work life and a language barrier to work around, he needed cycling training for beginners that would help him build fitness, confidence and knowledge without making the sport feel overwhelming. His goal was straightforward: […]
How to create an annual training plan
“He who fails to plan, is planning to fail” – Winston Churchill. While the stakes are not as high as World War Two, I’m certain you are willing to go to war to reach your cycling goals. An annual training plan for cyclists gives your season direction, helping you prioritise events, identify what needs improving […]
Do you really need a cycling coach?
Do you really need a cycling coach? I’m biased, of course, I have bills to pay, but the honest answer depends on your goals. If you want to improve, take on bigger challenges or make better use of limited training time, coaching can be a very worthwhile investment. Covered in this blog Why work […]
How to successfully self-coach
Self coaching for cyclists can work well, particularly when you are starting out with structured training and have clear goals. The challenge is moving beyond generic plans and well-meaning advice towards training that fits your event, available time and life outside the bike. This guide covers how to plan, prioritise and review your own training, […]