You’ve done it. The epic century ride, the grueling interval session, the long, soul-satisfying day exploring new roads. Your legs are humming with that glorious ache of effort well spent – a badge of honor for any endurance cyclist. But as the euphoria fades, a new mission begins: recovery. You know the drill – rehydrate, … Continue reading The Recovery Revolution: Compression Boots vs. Massage Guns vs. Advanced Foam Rollers – Which Tool Wins for Cyclists?
Heart rate monitoring is crucial in cycling, providing real-time feedback on effort intensity, aiding endurance, and enhancing recovery. Cyclists can choose between chest straps and wrist sensors based on comfort and accuracy. Training within specific heart rate zones optimizes performance, while using both heart rate data and power metrics enhances overall training effectiveness.
There's a trap that many riders fall into. When you're training, it's easy to feel like you're improvement is dependent on being on the bike. That's true, but time on the bike (especially hard riding) makes you slower. What makes you faster is recovering properly after hard riding. After a long or intense ride, your … Continue reading Post-Ride Recovery Nutrition: Refueling the Right Way
