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Weightlifting for Cyclists

Why Riders Over 50 should be Weight Training

As we age, maintaining strength and mobility becomes increasingly important for overall health and well-being. For riders over 50, weight training can offer significant benefits, improving both performance and longevity in the saddle. Enhances Muscle Strength and Endurance Weight training helps preserve and build muscle mass, which naturally declines with age. For riders, stronger muscles contribute…

Cycling for Health and Fitness

Cycling is a low-impact exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, it is also fun and good for the environment. Riding to work/school/the shops is one of the most time-efficient ways to integrate exercise with your daily routine. To be fit and healthy we need to be physically active. Exercise on a regular…

Five Reasons to Drink More Water

It's funny how drinking 8 glasses of water a day seems impossible but a bottle of wine or two over dinner is not unreasonable. There are many reasons why drinking plenty of water each day is good for you, most of  those reasons will not directly link to improving your performance on a bike, however, if…
Cycling in Zahara

How to avoid Bonking on the bike!

Fuel yourself properly to avoid energy dips/crashes! We've all talked/dreamt about bonking but when it comes to cycling you really do want to avoid the 'bonk'! 'Bonk' is a common term used to describe that feeling when you suddenly run out of energy whilst riding. It turns up like the Grim Reaper and leaves you barely able…

Burpees – Fully Body Workout

If you are limited on time or travelling without your bike then you can squeeze in an effective workout simply by doing Burpees — they are an excellent way to improve your core strength which will, over time, help you ride faster and stronger Burpees work your muscles, your lungs and they burn a ton…