Tips & Advice
Find expert cycling tips and advice to improve your training, nutrition, recovery, and gear choices. Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned rider, discover proven strategies for endurance cycling, improving FTP, hill climbing, race preparation, and injury prevention. Learn how to optimise your cycling performance with practical nutrition plans, effective workout routines, sleep and recovery hacks, and gear reviews including road bikes, bib shorts, and cycling shoes. Stay ahead with the latest training methods and techniques designed to boost speed, stamina, and overall cycling efficiency. Your go-to source for all things cycling training and performance.
Garmin Edge 530 in 2025: Why Bike GPS Computers May Have Reached Their Peak
In 2025, the Garmin Edge 530 still stands strong as a reliable cycling computer. But with endless data fields already available, have bike GPS devices quietly reached their peak in what riders actually need on the screen?
Eva Nedelkova
Mini Altitude Camp in the Pyrenees: Cycling Performance Gains from Two Weeks at 2,000m
Two weeks riding high in the Pyrenees gave me a mini altitude camp, boosting FTP, VO₂ max, and post-ride energy back at sea level. Here’s what happened, and why altitude works even for non-pro cyclists.
Eva Nedelkova
How The FoodCoach App Helped Me Fuel Better, Ride Stronger, and Find Balance
Using The FoodCoach App, I learned I was under-fuelling my rides. Now I balance carbs, protein, fats, and fibre with recipes matched to my training, helping me drop weight, boost energy, and ride stronger without giving up the foods I love.
Julian Roberts
Why Resting During Insomnia Can Boost Cycling Performance
When insomnia strikes, intense cycling can harm recovery and performance. Resting helps your body repair, reduces burnout risk, and ensures you return to training stronger and more resilient.
Julian Roberts
Cycling Hydration Guide | Pedalling Through Life
Hydration affects your performance on the bike more than you think. Learn how much to drink, what to drink, and when for short spins, long rides, and cold days.
Julian Roberts
Why Sleep Matters More Than You Think for Cycling Performance
Sleep isn’t just downtime it’s when your body restores energy, repairs muscles, and sharpens your mind. Skipping sleep can make rides feel harder and slower, even if your training is on point. Here’s why sleep should be part of your cycling routine.
Julian Roberts
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