If you prefer a savory breakfast, but you don’t know what to eat in the morning before you go cycling or you’re tired of the egg omelet or a toast, try to think of breakfast as another meal, just like lunch or dinner. What’s wrong with having a bowl of…
In this previous blog post we showed you the pros and cons of energy gels and energy bars. These snack options are two of the most common ones in cycling, given their convenience both in a practical and nutritional sense. Of course, there are also several other ways to fuel…
Many cyclists often get on their bikes simply to have a coffee with a group of cycling buddies, a friend or enjoy a moment of peaceful solitude. Surely, the social aspect is one of the reasons behind the close link between cycling and coffee. So is the history of the…
If we ask any cyclist about the most common source of pain, their answer would probably have to do with the saddle. It can be very painful and uncomfortable for men, but for women it is even worse because they sit and rest their weight directly on their genitals. Not…
In one of our previous posts, we talked about the 6 main causes of aches and pains while riding a bike. This time we are going to focus on the 6 areas of the body in which most cyclists experience discomfort, the reasons why they may be caused and what…
Although cycling is indeed extremely beneficial for our health, every cyclist has experienced some kind of discomfort while riding a bike at some point. From the classic butt vs saddle battle (where our buttocks always lose) to the uncomfortable feeling of hot foot and a myriad of other aches and…
Any cyclist preparing to face a ride, race or long distance event has wondered what to have for dinner the day before, what to have for breakfast or what snack to bring for the ride. These are all reasonable questions, but do we need the same kind of food to…
Having a workout routine at the same time everyday, such as going for a ride in the morning, seems to be a good way to maintain a healthy habit in the long term. However, not all people can (or want to) always go for a ride at the same time…
Cycling is a great sport for women and men of all ages. From young children to elderly people who want to get fit and healthy without damaging their joints. However, it is not perfect, it has its drawbacks and it might lead to sores, pains and injuries, especially for those…
Many of us cyclists do not like to go to the gym and we’d rather invest in a bike or cycling apparel than buy weights or kettlebells to exercise at home. However, doing strength training and adding a 15-20 minute core workout routine will not only improve your cycling performance,…
