Bicycling Magazine

2 days ago | bicycling.com | Natascha Grief

It wouldn’t be hyperbole to say that there is no other event in the U.S. like the Sea Otter Classic. The racing that happens over the course of the four-day event is impressive both in its depths of fields and the number of cycling disciplines represented. But for the Bicycling editors who attended the event this year, the biggest draw was simple: we wanted to see all the new gear.

6 days ago | bicycling.com | Natascha Grief

Why Cyclists Get Tight Upper BacksThe Effects on Other Areas of the BodyHow to Improve Your Tight Upper BackMyofascial Release for Thoracic MobilityThoracic Mobility ExercisesIt’s a common adage in the functional fitness community that our bodies adapt to the positions in which we spend the most time. For cyclists, one of these positions is a forward rounding of the upper back as our hands reach down toward our handlebars.

1 week ago | bicycling.com | Monique Lebrun

Even if you have little cycling experience or haven’t ridden in a while, going from the couch to a century (a 100-mile bike ride) is a very achievable goal to set. All it takes is a bit of dedication, a few months of training, and some cycling smarts. Get Bicycling's Guide to How to Master the Century Based on data collected by Strava, a century ride typically takes riders between five and a half and seven hours to finish.

1 week ago | bicycling.com | Elizabeth Millard

A study of more than 300 individuals found a link between those who had more than the recommended amount of added sugar per day and increased aging at the cellular level. Experts point out that sugar is still a solid fuel source for endurance cyclists and offer advice on intake. Related StoryHow to Ride Strong at 50+There’s a reason sugar has been called “the new smoking,” similar to too much sitting.

1 week ago | bicycling.com | Natascha Grief

Tell me if this sounds familiar: you can ride along comfortably at a speedy clip for a long time on a flat or undulating road, but as soon as the road’s incline approaches anything that would be considered a climb, you quickly run out of juice. If you can relate, these interval drills are for you. Adding one of these interval workouts into your training once or twice a week will have a significant positive impact on your climbing speed and endurance.