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.
What We Choose to Carry | Pedalling Through Life
A reflection on balance, responsibility, and the choices that shape sustainable cycling — from the bikes we ride to the clothes we wear.
Julian Roberts
How Local Cycling Clubs Are Changing the Sport | Pedalling Through Life
Local cycling clubs remain the foundation of the sport, creating connection, mentorship, and purpose for riders of every level. Discover how these communities continue to shape cycling’s future.
Julian Roberts
Getting Ready for a New Block of Training | Pedalling Through Life
After a short recovery phase, it’s time to start a heavier training block focused on steady-state efforts and long endurance rides. I’m rebuilding structure, balancing load and recovery, and refining fuelling with real food and Nduranz nutrition to push FTP and overall endurance.
Julian Roberts
Preparing for 211 km: Lessons in Nutrition, Fuel, and Joy
Preparing for a 215 km ride after more than a year off the bike reminded me that the difference between finishing strong and feeling empty lies in one simple truth, how well we fuel.
Julian Roberts
iPhone 17 Pro Cycling Photography Tips | Capture Motion and Speed
The iPhone 17 Pro can capture more than just clear snapshots. With the right techniques, you can show speed, motion, and energy on the bike. This guide shares simple steps, from panning shots to editing on Lightroom Mobile, to help your cycling photos stand out.
Julian Roberts
Cycling Trips Essentials: Road Bike Packing & Travel Guide
From packing your road bike to renting one abroad, this guide covers all the cycling trips essentials you need. Discover must-have gear, safety tips, nutrition, and pro travel advice to make your next road cycling adventure smooth, safe, and unforgettable.
Julian Roberts
6 Cycling Destinations Better Than Mallorca (That You Haven’t Tried Yet)
Mallorca is a classic, but it’s starting to feel played out. From the wild Hautes-Pyrénées to Slovenia’s Julian Alps, here are six cycling destinations that bring new roads, fresh scenery, and rides that rival—or even beat—Mallorca.
Julian Roberts
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Pico Veleta: How Huesitos Saved My 40 km Climb in Sierra Nevada
Climbing Pico Veleta isn’t about speed or Strava segments it’s about managing yourself and your nutrition on Europe’s longest continuous climb. Here’s how a Huesitos bar saved my ride.
Eva Nedelkova
Getting Ready for Autumn Cycling: Essential Tips for Every Rider
Autumn cycling is all about preparation. From layering smart to protecting your hands and feet, adjusting to slippery roads, and riding with lights, here’s how to embrace the season and enjoy some of the most atmospheric rides of the year.
Julian Roberts
High Cadence Training in Cycling: Lessons, Benefits, and Efficiency
I started training at high cadence to protect my knees, but it turned into something bigger. It changed how I ride, improved efficiency, and taught me the balance between high and low cadence.
Eva Nedelkova
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
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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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