Two important terms in endurance sports are fat metabolism and carbohydrate metabolism. They are often confused, however. What is the respective meaning?
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5 Ways to Speed Up Recovery
Training and getting better at sports is simply a matter of stimulating and even damaging muscles and then recovering. It is during recovery that you actually improve. So the natural question is: are there any ways to speed up recovery? Recovering will take time no matter what, but here are a few things you can do to maximize your recovery.
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What to do about sore muscles?
If you’ve caught a sore muscle, the happy medium works best: gentle exercise.
People always say that you should regularly integrate very slow runs into your running training. Does it have a training effect if you don’t have to exert yourself?
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.
Running is an extremely efficient sport. But those who “only” run will sooner or later run to their doom. This is how you build a stable running base.
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Training Multiple Times a Day
Elite endurance athletes regularly do two or more hard training sessions per day. This is not just strength training in addition to a running or cycling session, but sometimes two training sessions in a specific sport. Why do they do this, and could it be beneficial for you too?
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Drinking tips for summer
What are the appropriate amounts to drink during endurance workouts in the summer and in the heat? The best tips.
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Benefits and tips for bikepacking
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
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.