Training

Indoor training bike's camera, microphone and internet connection could pose security risk, say experts.

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.

Here is what makes a 'time-proof' riding buddy.

Fun and realistic New Year’s resolutions you can keep that will up your cycling game.

Pitfalls to be aware of, and how to best prepare for success.

They've got the engine, but do they have the racing savvy? Insiders at the top of the pro peloton think there's no object to rowers, runners, and skiers becoming stars of the WorldTour.

Don’t let riding your bike become a pain in the back!

If you think planks and crunches are all you need for a solid core, this will change your mind.

How to improve your fitness on six to eight hours of riding per week.

Motorpacing is a training technique in which cyclists are paced by a motorized vehicle to train for race scenarios.

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.

Many of us have done low-RPM drills, but the science behind this is mixed, at best, on the results.

ITBS makes up 15 percent of knee-related overuse injuries reported by cyclists.

Strategic, specific core training is the path to improving form, alleviating pain, bolstering training durability, and finding seconds on the clock.

Plus key tips on masters training from former Olympic athletes and coaches.

Time will tell if Kuss saved Roglič’s Vuelta, sticking by his side as the Slovenian slowly began to crack. Here's how the Colorado native did it.

How to make adjustments to your training — and perhaps to your bike — to get better at going uphill.

VeloNews dives into the impressive power numbers from João Almeida, Brandon McNulty, Tao Geoghegan Hart, and others, on stage 14 of this year’s Giro d’Italia.

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.

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How to find your Sweet Spot, and how to determine the right amount of training.

Huge capacity for recovery, self-regulation, and a lack of quarantine unlocks Pogačar's yellow jersey, says coach.

Base training plays a critical role in every athlete’s development and can make or break the outcome of your season.

In this column, we dive into the power numbers of Neilson Powless from Stage 6 of this year’s Tour de France.

We dive into the power numbers from Neilson Powless, Robert Gesink, Sepp Kuss, and Tadej Pogačar from stage 2 of this year’s Tour de France.

What is your weekly training volume? Now double it, add a few more hours and at least 50 watts to every pedal stroke, and that’s what it takes to train like a pro.

The Blender uses a mix of short Tabata-style efforts with longer steady threshold work.

Consider these factors to help you make a decision that won’t bother you for the rest of the day.

Workouts designed specifically for the rider who can hold a high, steady pace to drop rivals or nail a PR.

Sweet Spot is between high zone 3 and low zone 4. It's where you get the most bang for your training buck.

The 28-year-old American won two stages and finished fifth overall at the Tour de Savoie Mont Blanc.

Workouts designed specifically for the sprinter who can endure rolling terrain or even a climb or two and take the win in a bunch gallop to the line.

How does one account for heat when training to heart rate?

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.

A set of box jumps followed by a trainer workout to increase on-bike stability when you're tired.

The tips aren't complicated, but you need to commit with consistency to see results.

Workouts designed specifically for the rider who thrives on rides with rolling or shark-tooth profiles but can hold their own on flat, high-speed routes as well.

Workouts designed specifically for the riders who can raise the pace when the road tilts up, thriving on longer, mountainous ascents.

Data is important to training and racing, but so is rider feel and understanding. Here's how to achieve that balance.

Knowing your Functional Threshold Power is vital for setting your training zones, doing the training, and gauging improvement.

The first few days in the heat will be the hardest, but it will get better.

How to get faster by understanding and training in the various zones.

Patellar tendinopathies are often caused by over-training, a sudden increase in training volume, jumping activities, overloading the tendon, or poor biomechanics.

Training plans up 100 percent this spring, and virtual training sessions up 400 percent in April.

The biggest fitness — VO2 Max — gains come from consistent training and quality workouts.

How to train now for a gravel race.

You don’t need to train 30 hours a week in order to thrive on sustained climbs.

Make sure you know where you are going and what you’re doing before you get on the bike.

The Italian made Assioma Duo pedal-based power meter is priced competitively, provides accurate data, swaps easily between bikes.

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Two options: The pro version and the 'rest of us' workout.

When some of your watts go straight to the mud flying off your rear wheel, you know it’s important to control your power carefully.

Is this a fashionable but temporary trend, or the emergence of a new sport, or segment of a sport? Or, it is a hybrid? Either way, cycling stands to gain, especially in comparison to other sports.

How do I keep up with my weekly group ride on short, punchy climbs?

There are some signals which might suggest that you should take a more serious look at your health, rather than simply “soldiering on” in silence.

We took a look at some of the numbers from the Project Echelon Virtual Stage Race, and the unique aspects of Zwift racing that make it unlike any other.

The marquee gravel race had to cancel its two in-person training camps. Now, they've invited anyone to join in a virtual gravel gathering.

Each All In plan offers a different focus while incorporating sessions from the Sufferfest yoga and strength training video library.

Fast Talk and VeloNews are parting ways - and so we celebrate our long history together with a look at where we’ve been, and where we’re going.

An all-star cast of former Fast Talk guests weigh on on training with zones, from Sepp Kuss to Dr. Andy Coggan.

Taking care of the powerhouse hidden inside your cells can help you stay stronger longer.

TrainingPeaks co-founder Dirk Friel comes on the show to talk about the recent sea change in how cyclists and the sport at large use data.

Dr. Seiler, aka the Jay-Z of physiology, talks about the inception of the polarized method.

Three-time XTERRA world champ Melanie McQuaid and former pro Whitney Garcia talk about inspiration and training dos and don'ts.

A cyclist's life is likely to involve a crash or two. Senior Editor Betsy Welch has seen all that and more in her pre-VeloNews life as a Registered Nurse. She joins Tech Editor Dan Cavallari on the tech podcast, to discuss crashing and recovery.

Coach Connor answers reader questions on how to train for the best results.

Human Vortex Training owner Menachem Brodie and Red Bull athlete Payson McElveen come on the show to talk about incorporating stretching into training.

Pedaling a bike is simple, right? Well, not exactly. Veteran fitter and former Olympian Colby Pearce weighs in with some wisdom.

Here's what it took for Mat Stephens to win his fourth Texas Chainring Massacre, just ahead of teammate Spencer Seggebruch.

Special guests Lennard Zinn and Nick Legan help explain the complexities of the tire, tire pressure, and how those things lead to changes in comfort, grip, rolling resistance and much more. 

Baby Yoda and analytic goal setting? It's time for Fast Talk.

Chris and Trevor talk about pros maintaining healthy relationships and interests outside of their career, and lessons amateur riders can learn from riders like guest Brent Bookwalter.

Trevor drops a nerd bomb, summarizing a few studies on how to structure your training, then Trevor and Chris answer listener questions on overtraining, laboratory testing, and much more.

There is great value in keeping track of your training data, but if you focus only on the numbers, you are missing out on very critical aspects of your training.

Darkness, cold temperatures, and perilous road conditions of the winter months don’t have to be a barrier to training. Learn new ways to stay motivated, add variety to your training methods, and set yourself up to improve performance.

Fast Talk goes into the lab at the University of Colorado Sports Medicine and Performance Center. Can you say symmorphosis?

Pro riders must train for a long season comprised of dozens of races. But how do you plan for a season that's comprised of just three or four total events?

Coach Trevor and Chris answer listener questions on gran fondo training, cardiac drift, inflammation, and more.

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