There are a number of ways that you can improve your speed and endurance on the bike. These include training, getting adequate rest, fueling your body with the right nutrition and hydration, taking care of your bike, and adjusting your cycling position. Why Do You Want to Improve Your Cycling Speed and Endurance? I’ve never … Read more
Sometimes, people give up on cycling way too soon, and I can relate. When I first started riding my bike, I had pain in body parts I didn’t know existed! My sit bones ached, my back hurt, and my hands kept going numb. With that much pain, it just wasn’t fun to ride! Thankfully, I … Read more
When I first started taking longer rides on my bike, I found myself with aching hands and wrists. My fingers went numb to the point that I couldn’t even work the shifters, and I felt uncomfortable on the brakes. It took the fun out of riding and even caused me to be slower on the … Read more
If you watch any amount of cycling on YouTube, you’ve undoubtedly seen commercials for Zwift, TrainerRoad, or Sufferfest. Sure, Zwift is the app that makes fitness fun, but what’s all this hype about anyway? If you haven’t already joined the world of indoor cycling training, you might want to give it a shot. In this … Read more
If you’ve ever seen those pictures of the Tour de France cyclists, you might be taken aback by their appearance, just like I was. You’ll see extremely low body fat and large thighs with muscular, vascular legs. Is that what cycling actually does to the body? What is the effect of cycling on body shape? … Read more
When I first started riding, I was terrified to go faster than 10 miles an hour, especially downhill. But with practice and hard work, my average speed increased, and now I can easily double that. Of course, everyone rides at a different pace, but you might be wondering, how long does it take to bike … Read more
