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Build your strength

Winter is the perfect time to map out your cycling season: “This is the time of year to plan new goals,” says coaching outfit Goal Specific’s Fran Bungay. “It’s also a good time to focus on building specific strength and working on muscular imbalances. This’ll ensure you head into the 2024 season strong, fast and with a reduced chance of injury.”

Think you don’t have time to squeeze in strength training? Think again – little and often works here, and older cyclists should make it a priority so they don’t lost muscle mass.

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