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The best way to build base this winter

Cyclist training intensely on a stationary bike in a home setup.

Winter is a time when cyclists often shift their focus from competing to building a solid foundation for the upcoming season. Establishing a strong base fitness is crucial for long-term cycling performance, and there are various methods to achieve this. There are three popular approaches to winter base training: strictly low-intensity training, a threshold-based approach, […]

Debunking Common Myths in Endurance Training

A table full of natural foods arranged specifically for cyclists in a modern kitchen.

Endurance training is rife with myths that can often mislead athletes, from novice runners to seasoned cyclists. In this blog, we’ll debunk some of the most persistent myths in endurance sports, providing you with scientifically backed insights to help you train more effectively and safely.   Myth 1: More training always leads to better performance […]

Conquering RAAM: Part 1: Building the Physical Foundation for RAAM

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Part 1: Building the Physical Foundation for RAAM Introduction Race Across America (RAAM) is a beast unlike any other in the world of cycling. With a route spanning over 3,000 miles from coast to coast, this ultra-endurance race has a reputation for testing every fibre of your being—physically, mentally, and emotionally. How do you prepare […]

Does endurance training make us stupid?

When we are fatigued, it is easy to make a crucial error and ruin our event

This is a phenomena we all experience, yet we don’t really talk about; it’s almost become taboo to discuss. I’ve searched the internet and can find no signs of scientific studies conducted into why this happens to us. With that in mind, I’m claiming this and naming it Performance Induced Stupidity Syndrome – maybe we […]