TrainingSwimming as Cross-Training for Cyclists — Why It's Worth Hitting the Pool
Cyclists get the best results when they add other activities. Swimming is one of the most effective forms of cross-training. A concrete plan to add it.
Data & metricsHow to Climb Hills Faster on a Bike — Technique and Cadence
Climbs are the moment of truth on a bike. "Faster uphill" doesn't mean "push harder" — the key is pacing, cadence and position, not pure brute force.
Health & recoveryOvertraining on the Bike — Symptoms and Prevention
More training means better results, up to a point. Past it, your body starts regressing instead of growing. Catching it early saves weeks of forced rest.
Everyday ridingHow to Become a Road Cyclist — A Beginner's Guide
Road cycling draws you in, but starting out is intimidating. The good news: you don't need the priciest gear or a training plan from day one.
Data & metricsCycling Dynamics from Power Pedals — How to Read the Data
L/R balance, Power Phase, and Platform Center Offset explained with real Favero Assioma Pro MX data from a Garmin Edge 840 and Garmin Connect.
TrainingUpper-Body Strength Training for Cyclists
Cycling heavily works the legs, leading to a strong lower body and a weaker upper one. Neglecting upper-body strength training is a mistake.
Gear & maintenanceHow Often to Lube Your Bike Chain
A well-lubed chain runs quiet, saves watts, and lasts thousands of km. A neglected one eats your cassette and chainrings. How often to lube, really.
Nutrition & hydrationCyclist Hydration — Electrolytes, Salt and Isotonic Drinks in Training
2% dehydration cuts output power by 7-10%. Plain water without electrolytes doesn't fix it. A concrete protocol for calculating and replacing losses.
TrainingZone 2 Training: Why Riding Slower Makes You Faster
One of the most important rules in endurance training: to ride faster, you have to learn to ride slow. Zone 2 is the foundation all cycling form is built on.
Data & metricsTSB — How to Know From Your Data You're Ready to Race
"I feel good" isn't enough to know if you've hit peak form for race day. TSB gives a concrete, numerical answer — if you know what value to target.
Gear & maintenanceHow to Set Up Your Bike Saddle — Height, Setback, Angle
A badly set saddle means sore knees, numb glutes and lost watts. Three parameters decide everything: height, horizontal setback and angle.
Health & recoveryRecovery After a Bike Ride — Sauna, Jacuzzi, Stretching
Form doesn't grow during training — it grows after it, during recovery. Sauna, jacuzzi and stretching can help, but only on top of sleep and nutrition.