PERFORMANCE

Deep dives into the world of cycling performance; training, aerodynamics, science and technique

Will running this winter make you a better cyclist?

Will running this winter make you a better cyclist?

Each winter, it seems like an increasing number of professional cyclists are adding running to their training armoury. But should you, the recreational cyclist, do...

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I'll believe it when I see it: Visualising a faster, stronger you

I'll believe it when I see it: Visualising a faster, stronger you

Visualisation and mental imagery is a proven performance-enhancer at the peak of the performance pyramid, but rarely used by amateur cyclists. Until now, that is,...

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Cycling strength training: how strength and conditioning can level up your riding

Cycling strength training: how strength and conditioning can level up your riding

Boost cycling performance and, more importantly, quality of life with just one weights session a week? It can be done, says strength coach to the...

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Alcohol and cycling: The truth behind beer and bikes

Alcohol and cycling: The truth behind beer and bikes

Alcohol and cycling aren’t exactly happy bedfellows but, for many, they’re certainly lifelong companions. As it’s the season of goodwill, where corks are popping and...

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Support for all: Why it’s time to start taking sports bras seriously in cycling

Support for all: Why it’s time to start taking sports bras seriously in cycling

Female cyclists shouldn’t have to suffer in silence if they are experiencing breast discomfort

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How to recover like a Grand Tour rider

How to recover like a Grand Tour rider

Lessons and habits from the best Grand Tour riders to boost your rest and recovery routines

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The midlife cyclist: How to cycle healthily after the age of 40

The midlife cyclist: How to cycle healthily after the age of 40

Phil Cavell, CEO of the London-based Cycle Fit bike-fitting studio talks to Rouleur about his new book

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Phosphate sprints: The ultimate bike session?

Phosphate sprints: The ultimate bike session?

Discover how short and intense sprints can benefit your cycling fitness, but also how can they gauge fatigue and prepare the body for a race.

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Chasing Ventoux: Rouleur's 3-month training plan – Part Four

Chasing Ventoux: Rouleur's 3-month training plan – Part Four

Haute Ventoux (1-3 October 2021) is on the horizon and our diarist Marcus Leach is stronger than ever. Why’s down to riding, kettlebells and increased...

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Chasing Ventoux: Rouleur's 3-month training plan – Part Two

Chasing Ventoux: Rouleur's 3-month training plan – Part Two

Taking on a three-month training cycle building up to Haute Route Ventoux, in this instalment Marcus will focus on periodisation and the physiological and psychological...

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Chasing Ventoux: Rouleur's 3-month training plan – Part One

Chasing Ventoux: Rouleur's 3-month training plan – Part One

October’s Haute Route Ventoux sees riders battle up the Giant of Provence – three times. Among them will be Marcus Leach. A 38-year-old writer and...

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What is Supersapiens? The story behind the next frontier in performance

What is Supersapiens? The story behind the next frontier in performance

The Supersapiens energy management system may be the breakthrough product of 2021. We examine why the world’s greatest riders, runners, and F1 stars are tapping...

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Is a 60km Hour Record possible?

Is a 60km Hour Record possible?

The Hour record is pure, simple and keeps getting pushed forward. How much longer till someone reaches the fabled 60 kilometres in 60 minutes –...

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Training and heat: Rouleur Performance

Training and heat: Rouleur Performance

Rouleur performance takes a deep dive into the physiological challenges of training in heat, a serious challenge for Grand Tour challengers and turbo warriors alike

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