If you love cycling, you already know it’s good for your heart, your mood, and your waistline. But did you know that a specific kind of cycling—done at just the right intensity—can actually slow down aging at the cellular level? It’s called Zone 2 training, and it might just be the closest thing we have to a fountain of youth on two wheels. And yes, we know Zone 2 has been … [Read more...]
Complete Bike Training Guide – From Couch to Confident Cyclist
Welcome to your complete bike training guide! Whether you're just getting started or looking to build a structured routine, this guide is designed for beginners who want to get fitter, healthier, and enjoy their cycling time. Why Train on a Bike? Cycling is a low-impact cardiovascular activity that helps improve aerobic fitness, leg strength, and endurance. It's also easy to … [Read more...]
How Indoor Cycling Can Cause Side Pain and How to Fix It
This post explains exactly how indoor cycling can cause side pain, and how to prevent and cure it. If you've ever experienced tenderness on both sides of your torso—between the rib cage and the hips—after an indoor cycling session, you're not alone. Many cyclists, especially those who enjoy indoor training, report this kind of discomfort. Personally, I had quite severe DOMS … [Read more...]
Stretches and Exercises for Cyclist’s Knee (Patellar Tendinitis)
This post presents targeted stretches and exercises you can do to cure or prevent cyclist's knee (patellar tendinitis). This condition is an overuse injury that causes pain and inflammation in the patellar tendon—the thick band of tissue that connects the kneecap (patella) to the shinbone (tibia). You can find more information in our other post, Four Steps to Prevent and … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Stretches for Cyclists for Pain and Injury Prevention
In this guide, we present the best stretches for cyclists for all the most common cycling-related aches and pains. They are organized into lists based on body parts and specific pains and injuries. Cycling is a wonderful sport, but the repetitive motions and hours on a narrow saddle can take a toll on your body. Whether you're dealing with tight hips, lower back pain, or … [Read more...]
