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Posted on October 25, 2020July 28, 2022

Pedal Stroke: Theories, Technique and Training

Cycling any bike, whether a 500 euro entry level road bike or a 12,000 euro super bike relies on technique. There are of course many elements of technique that can be applied to riding a bike eg. climbing, descending, in-saddle, out-saddle, drops of handlebar, cadence (high RPM / low RPM) etc. but the fundamental element …

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Posted on September 18, 2020November 2, 2020

The Role of a Cycling Coach

I always find it interesting when I get questioned and asked for my opinions on the role and relevance of having a cycling coach, especially in the last couple of years when the virtual cycling world has become a fashionable ‘go-to’ for many people. As frustrating as it can be to answer a question with …

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Posted on September 17, 2020October 13, 2020

The Importance of Setting Goals

What is your reason for getting up each day and feeling driven, inspired and motivated to set about completing your training for that day? Without a doubt, I think it’s fair to say that we can all have days were we end up battling the ‘desire’ & ‘require’ of a day’s training, versus the ‘want’, …

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Posted on September 3, 2020November 22, 2020

Turbo Training Tips

As the colder and more unsettled weather of winter closes in for many, or perhaps even country restrictions mean getting outside is not possible, then turbo trainers can become the go-to training equipment for keeping up some fitness. I often hear many cyclists express their complete hate for the turbo. The predominant reason is usually …

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Posted on September 2, 2020February 8, 2021

Heart Rate and Power: A Dual Relationship

Over the last 10 years as power meters have become more readily available and more affordable, more people than ever are able to have access to this great training tool.  But does having a power meter mean that the trusted heart rate monitor is no longer needed?    The simple answer is NO.  Below are a few …

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Posted on September 1, 2020February 8, 2021

Foam Rolling: Friend or Foe?

For many people, a foam roller can be a mixture of friend and foe when it comes to using it as a great tool to assist with recovery, muscle tension, breaking down adhesions and myofascial release, when perhaps regular access to a sports therapist for massage is not possible. For all athletes, the importance of …

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