The best way to build base this winter
Winter cycling base training is your opportunity to build the fitness that supports stronger riding when the season arrives. The right approach depends on how much time you have, your experience, your goals and the type of riding you enjoy. Below are three popular ways to structure winter training, along with the potential benefits and […]
Debunking Common Myths in Endurance Training
Endurance training myths can lead athletes to train harder than necessary, fuel poorly or overlook recovery. From novice runners to seasoned cyclists, it is easy to follow advice that sounds convincing but does not suit your training or goals. Here are six persistent myths in endurance sport, and the practical reality behind them. Endurance […]
Conquering RAAM: Part 1: Building the Physical Foundation for RAAM
RAAM training starts with building a physical foundation strong enough to cope with one of the toughest ultra-endurance cycling events in the world. Race Across America covers more than 3,000 miles from coast to coast, and success depends on far more than simply being able to ride long distances. Your training needs to develop endurance, […]
Does endurance training make us stupid?
Does endurance training make us stupid? In the long term, probably not. Regular endurance exercise can support mental wellbeing and cognitive function—but during a hard race or long ride, fatigue can temporarily turn even an experienced cyclist into a questionable decision-maker. Most of us have experienced it: forgetting to eat, missing an obvious turn, attacking […]