By Lars Hundley Every cyclist would like to be fitter and faster. But in the pursuit of fitness gains, there’s a critical distinction between productive training stress and going too far. Understanding the difference between overreaching and overtraining can mean the difference between reaching your goals and finding yourself stuck in a frustrating cycle of…
Crosswinds can turn an easy ride into a white-knuckle adventure. But with the right techniques, you can slice through the breeze efficiently and safely. Here’s how: First, find a safe stretch of road with a steady crosswind. Ride solo to get a feel for the wind’s effect on your bike. Notice how your front wheel…
QUESTION: I’m in my early 40s, race, and do most of my structured training indoors using a KICKR BIKE and TrainerRoad. It’s efficient and I like being able to nail my intervals without worrying about cars, stoplights, or weather. But here’s the problem: my indoor FTP feels way harder than it should. I’ve got a…
By Lars Hundley That dull ache in your lower back toward the end of a long ride isn’t just annoying – it’s your body sending you an important message. Lower back pain ranks as one of the most common cycling complaints (along with knee issues), and it gets more frequent as we add birthdays to…
After a long or hard ride, your legs can feel pretty wrecked. It’s a familiar sensation for most cyclists—the accumulated fatigue that comes from hours of pedaling. While there are many recovery techniques from foam rolling to crazy expensive compression boots, one of the simplest and most effective methods requires nothing more than a clear…
