When it comes to cycling, many riders fall into a familiar trap. Once they give up, they find it virtually impossible to get back on the bike. Runners have the same problem: once you stop stepping onto the roads or trails, it’s challenging to get going again. If you have abandoned your bike and are …
Dave Brailsford introduced us to a new way of thinking when he entered the cycling scene with Team Sky and the principle of ‘marginal gains.’ The British cycling coach and manager has won seven out of the last eight editions of the Tour de France. Difficult not to consider if there is something we can …
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I’m happy to announce a new training plan here on Training4cyclists.com. A bike training plan was developed for road cyclists with ambitions to ride a little faster. This training plan will improve your performance within six weeks. It will be a challenging training plan, so don’t enter it if you feel unsure. It’s a demanding …
Imagine a secure and legal way to improve your cycling performance within 6 to 8 weeks. Think about it. You can reach a new level if you are ready to take the necessary steps. Are you ready? We all know one thing that can improve performance: more training. Yes, it’s prominent and well-known. But it …
A few weeks ago, I reviewed Matt Fitzgerald’s famous book Racing Weight – How to Get Lean for Peak Performance. I thought it was a great read with many practical examples of how to lose weight and illustrations of how athletes can manage their diet to perform better and achieve ideal racing weight. However, many readers …
Have you ever tried to launch an attack in a cycling race or maybe even an attempt to make a race-winning move? If you have, you have probably also experienced the most likely scenario: the other riders close the gap without struggling because your attempt lacks power. How can you learn the skill to make …
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If you’re like most endurance athletes, you’re always looking for ways to drop a few pounds and reduce your body fat percentage… because you know it will improve your performance. And if you’re like most cyclists, you probably think that means eating as little as possible and doing hours of cardio. But what if there …
Are you looking to boost your anaerobic performance? If so, then you should try race-winning intervals. These workouts are a great way to improve your speed and power, which can help you win races. In this article, we’ll discuss what race-winning intervals are, and how to perform them correctly. Let’s get started! Race-Winning Intervals – …
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Greetings, cycling aficionados! Whether you’re a committed cyclist aiming for significant races or someone who enjoys leisurely rides, this piece holds valuable insights for you. Let’s delve into the nuanced world of tapering and how it can play a pivotal role in your cycling performance. As a road cyclist, you put in a lot of …
If you have a significant season goal in front of you, a proper tapering protocol can supercharge your cycling performance. Unfortunately, even though this is not breaking news, many cyclists don’t benefit (enough) from tapering. In most cases, people train hard and have an extensive training volume until one week before their season goal. After …