Try a race on Zwift

If you’re looking for extra motivation for your indoor training, entering a race on Zwift could be just the boost you’re looking for. Many top riders use it to supplement their training and a lot have claimed they go deeper virtual racing than they do on the road. There are races for all levels of riders and, without having to leave your own home to pin a virtual number on, you won’t find a more accessible and convenient form of cycle sport.

Published on: 15/01/2021

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Try a Zwift Meetup

The Zwift Meetup feature is the perfect tool for organising virtual rides and races with your mates.

Published on: 15/01/2021

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Top 10 tips for staying cycling fit through the festive period

It’s going to be a very different festive period than what we’re use to this year but, although there won’t be the office parties or New Year get togethers, there will still be the mince pies, the alcohol, the lure of the sofa and the cold and wet of the British winter. Here are our top 10 tips for keeping, and maybe even gaining, fitness, avoiding piling on the festive pounds and staying healthy.

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Published on: 27/11/2020

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Can I do my winter cycling training indoors?

With improved indoor trainers, virtual reality worlds such as Zwift to ride and race in and the proven benefits of hitting the weights over the winter, is there a valid argument for doing the bulk of your winter training indoors? We examine the pros and cons of an indoor only approach.

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Published on: 14/11/2020

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Winter Cycling Myth-Buster 2020

Whether it’s from chatting to club mates, reading magazines or spending time on internet forums, myths and misunderstandings about cycling training abound. In this article we debunk five classic winter cycling training myths.

Knowledge Level: Intermediate

Published on: 30/10/2020

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Why follow a digital structured training plan?

All of the 2020/21 British Cycling Digital Training Plans are now fully built and hosted on TrainingPeaks. What are the advantages though of following a structured training plan, especially a digital one?

Published on: 30/10/2020

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What is the British Cycling 2020/21 12-week Real Life Winter Training Plan?

With so much misunderstanding, misinformation and confusion about what winter training should comprise of, we profile our 12-week “Real Life” Winter Training Plan and explain why you should consider following it.

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Published on: 02/10/2020

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Lockdown Cycling Goals

With no real world cycling events in the foreseeable future, whether you’re a sportive enthusiast or a racer, maintaining motivation without the carrot of your next challenge can be difficult. However, with a shift in mindset, goals and focus, there’s no reason why you can’t emerge from lockdown a stronger and more balanced rider.

Published on: 28/04/2020

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