Athletes must endure cycling for a long time, without getting tired, be it training or race. This makes endurance cycling a very demanding sport.
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Hill sprints as an add-on to your sprint training
Each endurance training method deals with a different adaptation to the body. Today, we’ll focus on speed; more specifically, hill sprints.
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How heart rate zones work in endurance training
Training zones are important in endurance sports, throughout the training process. Let’s discuss heart rate zones & integrating them to training plans.
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How training zones for cycling help with performance
A cycling coach determines the intensity & duration for a workout, largely based on the athlete’s established training zones for cycling.
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6 tips you should follow on the Triathlon race day
The most daunting and physically & psychologically exhausting part of a triathlon race day is preparing for it. Here’s how to deal with it.
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6 things to avoid before a Triathlon race
Triathlon athletes train systematically. That’s the only way to reach optimal physical condition on Triathlon race day. But, with a few things to avoid.
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5 Rules of weight & resistance in strength training
In strength training, there are several methods that athletes need to follow; depending on their fitness level and their training goals.
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10 strength exercises to do before your race
Strength exercises: an important part of any training plan. Coaches include them into the periodization model, all the way to the race day.
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Trail running training, made easy, with Science
In trail running training, athletes train on the mountain, at the foot of a hill, on a beach or a meadow. A harsh routine, to say the least.
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3 benefits of Plyometric training in sports
You need to incorporate plyometric training in your athletes’ training programs. Let’s go through its benefits and why you need to use it.
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