Ride Strong, Ride Long: Your Guide to Long-Distance Cycling
Long-distance cycling isn’t just about grinding out miles—it’s about smart training, good snacks, and keeping your head in the game when your legs are begging you to quit.
Essential Cycling Endurance Tips to Ride Stronger, Longer!
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up your cycling, these essential cycling endurance tips will help you crush those miles. These are the same tips I give my coaching clients and I’ve seen firsthand the difference these nine simple things can make to your cycling performance. Starting Strong: Building a Foundation Let’s…
Low Energy Availability (LEA): How It Affects Your Well-Being
Low energy availability (LEA) is a state in which the amount of energy taken in from food is not sufficient to support normal physiological functioning, including menstrual function, bone health, and immune system function. This can occur when the energy intake is low relative to the amount of energy expended during physical activity and other…
Mind Over Mileage: How to Create Mental Toughness for Endurance Sports
For cyclists, kayakers, and adventure sport enthusiasts alike, the journey of long-distance endurance endeavours isn’t just a physical challenge—it’s a mental battleground. To conquer the demanding landscapes and push your limits, it’s essential to develop mental toughness, maintain focus, and deploy effective strategies to overcome fatigue. In this blog post, we’ll explore the psychological aspects…
The Ultimate Endurance Recovery Guide for Adventure Seekers!
As endurance athletes, you’ve conquered the open roads and singletrack, navigated the roughest waters, and pushed your limits to new heights! But what’s the secret sauce to keep that momentum going and ensure you’re always at the top of your game? Welcome to the Ultimate Endurance Recovery Guide tailored just for you – the cyclists,…
The Power of Structured Training
Mastering any skill or achieving success in a particular field, the value of structured training cannot be overstated. Regardless of what skill or sport you want to excel in, it offers a systematic approach to progress and achievement. Embracing a Systematic Approach Structured training provides a clear roadmap, laying out the necessary steps and milestones…
Building Cycling Endurance in 15 Minutes a Day
Building cycling endurance doesn’t always require extreme workouts or lengthy sessions. For new cyclists, dedicating just 15 minutes a day to pedalling can be the gateway to boosting endurance levels. Starting Your Journey to Endurance Understanding the Basics Start by familiarizing yourself with the bike—adjusting the seat, understanding the gears, and ensuring a comfortable riding…
Maximize Performance with High Cadence Pedalling
One way cyclists can enhance their performance is by mastering high cadence pedalling. It has the potential to elevate cycling prowess and overall efficiency. Understanding Cadence: Cadence, in cycling terms, refers to the rate at which a cyclist pedals – typically measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). High cadence pedalling involves maintaining a faster RPM,…
Recognizing the Signs of High Cortisol
Cortisol is known as the stress hormone since it’s released when the body is under stress. It can be a sign of overtraining or be caused by outside factors like a busy or stressful time at work, family pressures or emotional stress. It’s a balancing act, your body has a finite amount of energy and…
Endurance Building: Zone 2 Training
Master the power of zone 2 training! It will unlock your stamina. Zone 2 training refers to a specific intensity range used in endurance sports training that’s usually based on heart rate. It is often referred to as the “aerobic zone” since it refers to moderate-intensity exercise that can be sustained for longer periods of…