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Cyclists Guide to Caffeine

Cyclists Guide to Caffeine

It wasn’t long ago caffeine appeared on the WADA banned substances list, which says something for its widely acknowledged performance enhancing capabilities.

Thankfully our favourite morning brew is now legal once again. Caffeine is now widely used among professional and amateur athletes in many sports but is most commonly consumed among endurance cyclists world over. 

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Are you Overtraining?

Are you Overtraining?

In search of structure, and in the absence of most other pastimes, exercise has become more prevalent in our daily routine during lockdown. And with an almighty goal like a Struggle on the horizon (12 weeks to go), why not throw yourself into your training?

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Coach Tom’s Three Fundamentals To Training Plan Success

Coach Tom’s Three Fundamentals To Training Plan Success

Struggle’s Coach Tom of Downing Cycling is currently assisting a huge range of riders prepare for a Struggle in 2021.

Whether they’re new to cycling or extremely experienced, their training is carefully considered, specifically structured and highly personalised.

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Are you sitting comfortably?

Are you sitting comfortably?

Are you sitting comfortably? If you’re increasing the hours spend cycling indoors during lockdown, consider optimising your position and comfort to avoid injury, stop unnecessary discomfit and max-out your training time.

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How to Train for a Struggle in Lockdown

How to Train for a Struggle in Lockdown

Struggle training isn’t all about endless miles and epic elevation. Train smart for our 100 mile + Struggle sportive to stay safe and stay local. 

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