THE CYCLIST’S STAY-AT-HOME SURVIVAL GUIDE
We’ve been riding out the third national lockdown since Boxing Day, and life feels like Groundhog Day – but don’t despair. Cycling Weekly is here to provide you with a host of practical tips and advice for staying fit, sane and motivated during this challenging time. From the obvious – think Zwift – to the obscure – think ‘How good’s your endo?’ – all kinds of ideas have been provided by riders, coaches and industry professionals… All in the name of keeping you inspired, smiling and living your best lockdown life.
PART 1
STAYING PHYSICALLY FIT
Indoor training is a pastime no longer reserved for the time-poor and über-serious. In the last year, online platforms like Zwift have seen subscriber growth double, and smart-trainers have been harder to come by than the Rapha X Palace kit. We know the turbo is not everyone’s cup of tea, but there are some compelling reasons to train indoors. Approached with the right knowledge and mindset, indoor training could make you fitter than ever before.
