Category: Cycling

Plateau Effect: 7 Ways to Overcome Training Stagnation in Endurance Sports

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-09-25

You train constantly, follow your training plan and maintain a healthy lifestyle, but suddenly you feel like you are no longer progressing in your running, cycling or triathlon training. This situation can be frustrating, but this is a natural phenomenon in the world of sports. All endurance athletes, from beginners to professionals, experience sooner or later a phase of stagnation in their training, also known as the ‘Plateau Effect’. Here are seven effective strategies to overcome this annoying stall in your performance.

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5 Tips for Training Transition from Summer to Autumn

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-09-13

September marks the transition from summer to autumn, a critical phase for triathletes, cyclists and runners preparing for fall competitions. This phase often coincides with the peak of fitness before the target competition. In this article, we provide five valuable tips on how endurance athletes can best cope with this seasonal transition in their training.

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Heat and performance loss: how much do cyclists and triathletes lose?

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-07-17

Summer heat can put a significant strain on our bodies. This is because high temperatures make it harder to achieve training goals and pace targets, as we have to exert more physical effort. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the effects of summer heat on cycling and triathlon performance.

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Pacing on the bike: How best to manage power

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-04-12

What is the best way to manage energy? Pedal steadily or with acceleration, accelerate on the flat or uphill? Whether you prefer short or long distance, we have tips that will make you faster on any route.

Tags energy, Power, rythme

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5 mistakes to avoid when defining training zones in triathlon and cycling

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-03-16

To achieve specific results and improve your sporting performance, it is best to know your training zones and then train in the appropriate zone. This article outlines the 5 most frequent mistakes when defining zones and gives advice on how to avoid them.

Tags intensity zones, training zones

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Base Training in Endurance Sports

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2023-01-20

For endurance athletes, the winter season usually coincides with the so-called ‘base training’ phase. During this period, we work on the foundations of training in view of the planned main competition. In this article we describe what base training is, why it plays a key role in athletic preparation and how it is integrated by 2PEAK into the training plan.

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2PEAK Performance Test for Cycling, Running and Swimming

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2022-11-22

The aim of training is to improve performance. 2PEAK offers you several simple but effective methods to measure your fitness level under real conditions, to be repeated as often as necessary. Here is an overview of the main performance tests offered by 2PEAK for cycling, running and swimming.

Cycling Strength and Mobility

Strength training on the bike

Post author By fitforlifemagazine
Post date 2022-08-09

Do you love cycling, want more strength in your legs, but don’t feel like lifting weights in the weight room? Then try low cadence for your next bike workout.

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Benefits and tips for bikepacking

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Post date 2022-07-11

What better way to spend some vacation days then long hours in the saddle discovering new terrain? Bikepacking is an ecofriendly vacation that will bring you massive fitness gains alongside an unforgettable experience. Here we summarize some of the biggest benefits and share some tips for your next bikepacking trip.

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Training for Cycling Stage Races

Post author By 2PEAK
Post date 2022-06-20

In the Tour de France, professional cyclists ride day after day in a 21-stage race, showing incredible stamina and fitness. But stage races are not just for professionals, many are aimed at amateur athletes. Here is an explanation of how you should train for cycling stage races.