6 Tips for Tackling Your First Century Ride

Tackling a 100 miles can be a daunting task on your first attempt. What most cyclists new to the sport dont realize is that showing up to the event fit and

The 3-Week Taper: How to Maximize Your Cycling Performance

Why spend months preparing for an event when all you really need is a few weeks? The reason unfortunately is that it takes more than three weeks to create

Should Ice Baths be a Part of Your Post-Ride Recovery?

Whether training or stage racing, recovery is the name of the game. Many tools and tricks have been used to maximize recovery, including the chilly prospec

Make Your Own Homemade Energy Gel

Im a regular guy who likes to ride, race and tinker with mountain bikes. I also have the urge (since childhood) to take stuff apart to see how it works.

4 Ways to Fix Anterior Knee Pain From Cycling

Its not uncommon for athletes to be drawn to cycling from another sport because of the perceived notion that it is a low-impact activity. Because of this,

4 Easy Steps to Begin Training With a Power Meter

Training with power can be a very effective way to customize your workouts. But how do you know if youre doing it right? Youve purchased the equipment and

Road Bike Safety: Rules of the Road

These days, it seems like more bikes are out on the roads than gathering dust in the garage. Maybe its because were worried about climate change, or maybe

How to Prevent a Loss of Momentum When Climbing

A kickback (in cycling lingo) is when someone moves from the seated position to standing and the result is a pause in forward momentum. A kickback is more

Can We Trick Ourselves to Ride Harder Against Competition?

The Central Governor hypothesis proposes that our brains ultimately governs how hard were willing to ride, so it makes a great target for manipulating to i

What Happened When I Got Skin Cancer

I am the first to admit there was a period of time in my life when I was a sun worshipper. I laid out in the sun to read or even just to relax. I also work

Nutrition Plan: What to Eat on Your Next Training Ride

Cyclists hear plenty about the science behind how much to eat and how to balance the ratio of carbohydrate and proteins. But sometimes people just want to

How to Choose the Right Tire for Your Road Bike

With the growing number of options available on the market, buying the right tire for your bike can be tough. Much like car tires, tires for a road bike ha

Training and Racing at Altitude: The Good and the Bad

As the USA Pro Cycling Challenge grabs our attention this week much will be made of the altitude and its effect on the riders. The entire race is run above

5 Things You Need to Know About Post-Ride Calories

What They Are A measurement of energy in food. Scientists estimate it using a formula that factors in a foods macronutrient content. The key word here is

3 Ways to Improve Your Fitness Fast

Cycling is a sport that often leaves participants crunched for time. Adequate training requires long hours in the saddle, a routine that conflicts with the

9 Tips to Avoid Cycling Burnout

Most cyclists enjoy the physical and psychological benefits from riding their bikes. Physical activity, stress relief, adventure, discovery, friendship and

How to Control Your Emotions on Race Day

The challenge cyclists face is that different types of races and even different points in a race require different levels of intensity. Sometimes you need

Are Most Athletes Overhydrating?

Hydration is a huge topic these days. The catch phrase Hydrate or Die is the war cry of a lot of active people. Its a very common occurrence to see people

5 Outdoor Irritants That Will Ruin Your Ride

Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac Wash skin with soap and water as soon as possible after exposure, or try Tecnu, an over-the-counter treatment that removes the to

How to Shift Gears Like a Pro

Whether youre a weekend warrior or a top-notch criterium racer, shifting your gears efficiently can make a world of difference in your performance on the