What is turbo training?
Matt Baird explains what turbo training is and its advantages and disadvantages
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Turbo training: How to get the most out of every session
Endurance cyclist and 24hr time triallist Chris Hall shares his top five tips for getting the most out of your turbo training sessions, including what stats to measure, and the best kit to wear.
Should you pedal at a high cadence?
A new study suggests spinning (cycling with a high cadence) is only beneficial for elites
Improve your cycling technique for standing uphill climbs
Struggle to get, and stay, out of the saddle when trying to power up the hills? Only manage a few minutes before having to sit back down? Nik Cook has this session and advice
Chrissie Wellington’s favourite bike training session
Four-time Ironman world champion Chrissie Wellington shares her favourite bike pyramid training session…
Sponsored: How to climb and descend in triathlon
Sponsored: The ultimate tips on riding uphill and down to prepare for hilly racing
70.3 bike tips and sessions from David McNamee
Ironman pro and Kona top 3 podium finisher David McNamee shares his top tips for smashing the middle-distance bike leg
How to cycle past a horse and rider safely
In June 2018 video footage of triathletes cycling at speed past a horse and rider at Windsor Triathlon caused outrage and debate on a global scale. So to ensure a safe day out for all road users, here we explain how to pass a horse and rider safely.
Bike interval training session: how to pace the bike leg
Push your limits with a set of block bike intervals and learn how to perfectly pace the bike leg part of your race
How to get more aero on a road bike without aerobars
Tim Don explains how to get more aero on a road bike without using aerobars
Bike session: how to get better at riding aero
Now is the ideal time to get out on the race bike and practise going aero. Here’s the how and why
What are the advantages of using clipless pedals?
Wondering whether it’s worth making the change from flats to clipless pedals? Ady Dench, coach and triathlete with Triathlon Coaching UK, looks at the many benefits of switching to clipless pedals
What are the benefits of spinning at a high cadence on a bike?
Confused about spinning? Nik Cook explains what spinning is and its perceived benefits
What should your body position be when cycling uphill?
Nik Cook explain how your arms, legs, torso and head should be positioned when cycling up hills, both seated and standing
How to improve your aero bike position… off the bike at home
In theory, improved aerodynamics equals free speed. But as Andy Bullock explains, there’s more to it than dropping your handlebars and lifting your saddle
Turbo session: long, steady film ride
Take out the monotony with this variation on a drinking game
Sub-1hr turbo trainer session: cycle strength booster
A pre-season turbo session that should lay good foundations for the year ahead
How to keep cycling throughout the winter
Beat the elements with Guy Kesteven’s advice on how to prepare your bike, yourself and your clothes for all those rides in the harsh winter weather
What are the benefits of training on a single speed road bike?
Wondering what the advantages and pitfalls of training on a fixed-gear road bike, and whether there’s anything in particular you should be mindful of? Rob Banino explains the pros and cons
What is VAM (Velocità Ascensionale Media) in cycling?
VAM is a term coined by controversial Italian coach Dr Michele Ferrari that’s used to compare cyclists’ climbing performances. It stands for Velocità Ascensionale Media, which translates to average ascent speed – or vertical ascent in metres per hour.
Key bike training sessions that simulate hills and climbing
Got a hilly Ironman scheduled but don’t have any hills nearby to train on? Six time Ironman World Champ Dave Scott shares some key hill-free bike sessions to help you conquer the climbs
