How to win a gravel race
From staying in the group to wearing the right gloves, pro Hannah Otto offers up some ways to win at gravel.
From staying in the group to wearing the right gloves, pro Hannah Otto offers up some ways to win at gravel.
Repetition, observation, and practice are the keys to descending better — which makes you faster overall.
From power tests to tracking CTL to monitoring perceived exertion, there are a variety of ways to see if you're improving.
Going too hard, building too quickly, and inconsistency will all get in the way of a successful season buildup.
FTP provides a snapshot of fitness that can be a useful, objective training metric for cyclists
Top tips — and a few pitfalls to avoid — when riding indoors.
Seven tips for how to find the next level in your sprinting.
Here are some simple tips and tricks to help you get the pedals turning again after a pause in training.
Now's the time to reflect on your year of training and racing to set yourself up for success next season.
What is a taper? How do you taper? Plus, common mistakes with tapering.
VeloNews writer Hannah Otto on her incredible victory at Leadville Trail 100.
Prepare yourself to handle whatever situation is thrown your way.
From same-day events to races scheduled over many weeks, here are some insider tips on how to manage efforts and recovery across a crowded race calendar.
From nutrition to bike position, and strategy, Hannah Otto has you covered for your racing goals.
Here is what you should and what you should not do in the leadup to and during your race.
Pacing considerations when planning your race strategy.
Easy to follow advice to keep riding with a fun, fresh perspective.
Eight tips for optimizing your training to make the most of the time available for riding.
Tips for resuming racing after the off-season.
How to set goals — that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and timely — for more success on the bike.
What to train off the bike to see success on two wheels.
What is it? How much should you do? Can you skip it?
While privateering may sound like a solo pursuit, I feel more connected to my community than ever before.
Which of these New Year’s resolutions will you accomplish this year?
It’s the busiest time of the year, or is it the most wonderful time of the year? Maybe it can be both when you coordinate your rides with your time-crunched schedule.
Now's the time to plan, practice, and execute new skills, diet, routines, and more.
Tips to simplify saddle selection.
The best tips and mental tricks to keep your motivation high to ride year-round.
Eight tips for riding outside through the winter months.
Time away from training is critical in order to allow your mind and body to rebuild and replenish.
Simple and effective tips and tricks to get faster on your mountain bike.
Training tips for continued improvement for masters cyclists.
Tips for mixing up your workout to add interest and create new paths to strength gains.
The fear of crashing can be a ‘what if’ that hinders many people from reaching their full potential.
One of the best ways to ensure that you stay on track is to develop a race-day routine.
Five tips to prevent numbness and tingling in your hand, ring finger, and pinky finger.
Pro mountain biker Hannah Finchamp shares her favorite skills and drills to improve your riding.
Hannah Finchamp, winner of The Mid South in 2020, is on the Team USA's Olympic long team for mountain biking. Here are her seven tips on how to plan a successful season.
A handful of common errors to avoid when racing.
10 tips to stave off cycling-related injuries.
Top tips for recovery and readying for your next ride.
These are a few of the best weight training exercises to develop cycling-specific strength and prevent injury.
If you are looking for the edge over your competition, or you just want to take your riding to the next level, strength training may very well be just the thing to get you there.
Common deficiencies and imbalances — that can result in knee pain — and exercises to correct them.
A good warm-up makes it safer for you to dig deep in your workout, and it can also help you go faster and feel better.
Fun and realistic New Year’s resolutions you can keep that will up your cycling game.
Don’t let riding your bike become a pain in the back!
Whether you want to crush your next power test, nail some really hard intervals, or just keep up on your local group ride, here are some steps you should take before heading out the door.
ITBS makes up 15 percent of knee-related overuse injuries reported by cyclists.
How to make adjustments to your training — and perhaps to your bike — to get better at going uphill.
Finchamp trained harder than ever this year. And then, a week before worlds, she tested positive for Covid-19 and found herself sidelined and stunned.
Since many people are often looking for a quick fix or an elaborate diagnosis, the real cause of lower back pain can remain elusive and undetected.
Base training plays a critical role in every athlete’s development and can make or break the outcome of your season.
Consider these factors to help you make a decision that won’t bother you for the rest of the day.
Concussion remains one of the most complex and misunderstood injuries amongst the general population. There are many concussion myths that have long confused patients and professionals alike.
Coach Hannah Finchamp explains how nutrition, hydration, and sleep are three factors that can help you survive and thrive at high altitude.
The first few days in the heat will be the hardest, but it will get better.
Patellar tendinopathies are often caused by over-training, a sudden increase in training volume, jumping activities, overloading the tendon, or poor biomechanics.
Make sure you know where you are going and what you’re doing before you get on the bike.
Here are a few tactics to make the most of your training time now.