Tales from The Tarmac
Multi-day blocks to boost your fitness
If, like me, you’re one of those people for whom time is tight but you still have fitness goals, then you’ll know the pressure of trying to...
To All Riders
Many of you are likely familiar with the concept of Functional Threshold Power (FTP), which has become a popular method for setting training zones. It’s simple and...
Look to the professionals for inspiration
As cyclists, we're constantly seeking inspiration to enhance our rides. Not just to blindly copy but to look at what others do and adapt their ideas...
For me, cycling is more than just riding a bike
It may sound naff but I often think it as an art form.
Admittedly for some it is just a means of getting from A to B. But for others, it becomes a...
I think of training as being multi-layered
If you’re aiming for a challenge ride or charity event it’s likely to be quite long, and the first goal of your build up will be to create...
Why Am I Hungry?
As your big day – whether it’s a sportive or charity ride – looms closer, you will find that your training naturally ramps up. If you’ve been following...
Pacing and Fuelling - The Key to a Great Day
The big day
This is it, the big day. You have been training for and thinking about this day for months. What started out as a dream, perhaps even a mad...
Greetings aspiring cyclists
If you're here, you've likely experienced the wind on your face, the sun on your back, and the hum of wheels on a quiet road. You’ve probably envisioned conquering...
Consider the situation....
You've dipped your toes into the world of cycling, drawn in by the camaraderie and the thrill of the open road. Your friends, some of them seasoned riders, have...