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David Wadsworth
Sep 25, 20243 min read
Which Aero Wheelset is Best? The Answer Might Surprise You
When comparing wheels of the same rim depth, how much difference is there really? Read on - the answer might surprise you!
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David Wadsworth
Jun 16, 20245 min read
Top Reasons to Move to Shorter Cranks: Pogačar Already Has
Why are pro riders shifting to shorter cranks? Let's take a deep dive into selecting crank length which is important for every rider.
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David Wadsworth
Feb 19, 20244 min read
Base Training Starts Now!
If you’re looking to perform this road season, you need to be thinking about setting up your season now. Read on to learn why.
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David Wadsworth
Feb 8, 20246 min read
Impotence, Genital Pain & other Saddle Matters
Ignoring saddle numbness & pain - is this really a good idea? It's certainly not normal. Read on to learn how to solve saddle matters.
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David Wadsworth
Nov 7, 20235 min read
Lactate - Villian or Hero?
For over 100 years lactate has been considered a “waste product” and the enemy of cyclists. The modern scientific view is rather different.
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David Wadsworth
Nov 7, 20234 min read
Cycle Physiology
Why don’t cyclists simply ride harder for longer? Understanding limitations to energy supply & how to improve this is key to riding faster.
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David Wadsworth
Sep 30, 20235 min read
Dial up Intensity Using Training Zones
Endurance athletes universally use “training zones” in their weekly training. Which training zone system is best for you?
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David Wadsworth
Aug 16, 20236 min read
The Rise of Jonas. How the Least Likely Junior Became a Tour de France Champion
How can the least likely junior racer become a Tour de France champion?
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David Wadsworth
Jun 30, 20234 min read
Planning Your Season: The Basics
There’s an old saying that failing to plan is planning to fail. How does planning apply to your cycling season & how & why do we do it?
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David Wadsworth
May 29, 20236 min read
Training: How Much is Too Much? How Can You Tell?
"If I train harder than everyone else I will win". Is this deeply held belief true? At what point does training become too hard?
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David Wadsworth
May 15, 20236 min read
How do you Train to Win the Giro d’Italia?
How do you train to win a grand tour? Are their lessons we can take from the pro's & apply to our own training?
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David Wadsworth
May 3, 20234 min read
Cycle Physio Now Offers Individual Coaching for Cyclists
Individual coaching for dedicated cyclists
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David Wadsworth
Feb 12, 20232 min read
Fitting Bikes: How to Dial in Your Position BEFORE Buying Your New Rig
New bike time? Can you answer these questions? Should my crank length differ between road, TT & MTB? Can I ride aero? Why or why not?
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David Wadsworth & Dr Pritpal Bansi (Orthopaedic Surgeon)
Jan 19, 20234 min read
Scaphoid Fractures: When a Wrist Sprain Isn’t a Wrist Sprain
When is a wrist sprain not a wrist sprain? More often than you might think as it turns out!
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David Wadsworth
Dec 7, 20223 min read
When Saddle Sores Aren’t Caused by Your Saddle
It’s an automatic thought – “If I’m getting saddle sores it must be my saddle”. But so often this is simply not true. So what’s going on?
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David Wadsworth
Nov 23, 20224 min read
5 Common Mistakes When Buying a New Time Trial Bike
Time trial bikes demand outstanding positioning for performance. How do you get this right BEFORE making costly purchase errors?
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David Wadsworth
Oct 2, 20225 min read
Selle SMP - the Origin of Modern Saddle Ergonomics
Selle SMP is the original manufacturer of ergonomic saddles. What’s special about their range?
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David Wadsworth
Aug 15, 20223 min read
SQLab Saddles – the Ergowave Advantage
Searching for that elusive perfect saddle can at times be frustrating (not to mention expensive!). If this sounds like you read on.
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David Wadsworth
Aug 9, 20224 min read
THE CYCLING SPINE - WHY A POWERFUL WELL POSITIONED TORSO ACTUALLY MATTERS
Take a quick look around the pro peloton and you’ll notice that not every rider has the exact same spinal posture on the bike. Why?
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David Wadsworth
Nov 27, 20215 min read
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SADDLE Part 2: Saddle Width
How do you choose the correct width saddle for you? What's the difference between effective & maximum width & how do they affect comfort?
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