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

Dear roadies: you’re shaving your legs wrong

We’ve shared these mistakes so you can avoid them

Save money by making your own energy drinks – this is how you do it

Save cash with homemade sports hydration

Spent the winter glued to your turbo trainer? Here are 10 ways to get road-ready this spring

Essential tips to get match-fit for the road again

10 ways bike racing can keep you fit and fast as you age

How to maintain your competitive edge as you get older

Why your knees hurt from cycling – and how to treat common injuries

How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists

Strength training for cyclists: how to make your body bombproof

Ride faster without pain by doing these simple strengthening exercises

Cross-training is the one thing missing from your fitness regime – find out how it can power up your cycling

Adding cross-training to your fitness routine provides an injection of fun and variety – and will make you a stronger cyclist without turning the pedals

Losing belly fat through cycling | Myths debunked and top tips

Top tips for getting leaner, healthier and faster

Which muscles does cycling work and how can you train them?

Key muscle groups used when riding and how they're employed

What is bonking? The causes and how to avoid it

Essential tips to prevent that sudden, catastrophic loss of energy

What is fasted training and does it work for cyclists?

Should you be riding on an empty stomach?

Everything you need to know about Rouvy, the augmented reality indoor cycling app

A complete guide to the augmented-reality cycling app

Best indoor cycling apps 2025: which training app should you use?

We compare the best indoor cycling apps, plus the gear you need to start riding indoors

Heat training could increase your FTP by 10 watts, according to Red Bull Bora-hansgrohe coach

Why pro cyclists are training at higher temperatures and how you can benefit

From smug gloating to unexpected wildlife encounters, here are 10 reasons to love winter cycling

Cold, wet, snowy, dark – we can't get enough of riding in winter…

The question every cyclist fears after a break from riding... how quickly do you lose fitness?

What happens to your fitness when you stop riding?

A potent neurological weapon: The surprising science of how habits can make you fitter and healthier

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to commute by bike, start a daily stretching routine or eat healthier snacks, it’s time to ditch your dependence on flaky willpower and build bulletproof habits instead

Cycling in the mountains: 10 tips for tackling high-altitude rides

Heading for the hills? Here’s your expert guide to conquering the toughest climbs in 2025

Beginner’s guide to indoor training: all you need to get started

Find the right space, training equipment and workout to boost your fitness

9 tips for creating the perfect indoor training setup

Make your indoor cycling setup something to be proud of