Fitness and Training
BIkeRadar's fitness and training section is packed full of expert advice for those looking to improve their road cycling or mountain biking
13 leg workouts for cyclists – and why you should do them
Follow these easy exercises to build up your leg strength on the bike
Why do my knees hurt? Cycling knee pain explained and how to manage it
How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists
Stop fasting, plan around your cycle and work on strength – how women can boost their fitness
Training advice often focuses on the needs of male bodies. Dr Georgie Bruinvels and British Cycling explain how female athletes can tailor their workouts
Strength training for cyclists: how to make your body bombproof
Ride faster without pain by doing these simple and cheap strengthening exercises
How many calories does cycling burn?
We suggest ways to calculate your cycling energy expenditure but explain why they're estimates at best
Cross-training for cyclists | 6 rewarding alternatives to cycling, from swimming to Crossfit
Cross-training provides an injection of fun and variety – and will make you a stronger cyclist without turning the pedals
Cycling injuries | How to fix the 6 most common types of pain caused by cycling
Overcome pain and strain, stay comfortable and ride more
Base training for cyclists: myth or must-do?
Should base rides be part of your winter training plan? We spoke to three coaches to find out
The complete guide to winter road cycling
All our top tips for cold-weather riding in one article
Detraining explained | How quickly do you lose fitness? And how fast can you get it back?
What happens to your fitness when you stop riding?
Should you cut down on drinking? Understanding the impact of alcohol on health and fitness
What effect does booze have on your cycling?
Rollers, static bike, turbo or smart trainer? Which indoor cycling solution is best for you?
Everything you need to know about the different indoor cycling options
60-minute turbo sessions for time-crunched riders
Four workouts to boost your power on the bike in an hour
27 reasons to take up cycling | How bike riding can boost your brain power, fitness and more
Essential reasons to take up cycling
Best indoor cycling apps 2024: which training app should you use?
We compare the best indoor cycling apps, plus the gear you need to start riding indoors
What is testosterone and why does it matter to cyclists?
Testosterone can have a significant impact on cycling performance. Here's everything you need to know
Polarised cycling training: can riding slower make you faster?
We spoke to four cycling coaches about this popular but controversial endurance training method
How to set the saddle height on your bike
Our complete guide to accurately setting your bike seat height, as well as fore/aft and tilt
Focus on these 5 key areas of training to become a better road cyclist
Plus, our suggested workouts for each area
Could Critical Power be a better alternative to FTP for training?
Want a complete picture of your fitness? Critical Power could be the answer
Can a turbo trainer damage a carbon frame? How to look after your bike when riding indoors
It's not just hard on you, using the turbo trainer can hurt your bike too
Your complete guide to Zwift | Everything you need to know
What Zwift is, how it works and what equipment you need
Are you at risk of indoor training burnout?
Why poorly planned indoor training risks burnout, and how to prevent it
9 tips for creating the perfect indoor training setup
Make your indoor cycling setup a place to be proud of