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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.

David Wadsworth
Nov 7, 20235 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.

David Wadsworth
Nov 7, 20234 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?

David Wadsworth
Aug 16, 20236 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?

David Wadsworth
Dec 7, 20223 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?

David Wadsworth
Aug 9, 20224 min read


Core Stability is Now an Elite Cycling Team Selection Criteria
Cycling Queensland has just added core stability as a selection criteria. What does this mean for cyclists & how do you train it?

David Wadsworth
Oct 11, 20202 min read


How to Wear Cycling Gear in Cold Weather
Cold weather is a surprising reason why many people don’t get on their bikes in winter. If you know what to wear winter isn't a problem.

David Wadsworth
Jul 27, 20203 min read


Race Ready Nutrition
With the race season about to begin, now's the perfect time to perfect your fuelling strategy. Get this wrong and you may not finish!

David Wadsworth
Jul 23, 20205 min read


Getting Flexible - Are You on the Right Track?
So what is the best way to get flexible? And why do you as a cyclist need to be all over this? Are you getting nowhere with stretching?

David Wadsworth
Dec 29, 20193 min read


Strength Training - Can You Really Afford to Skip it?
There's very few reasons to NOT do strength training as a cyclist. Check out how young you can start & how much improvement you get here.

David Wadsworth
Nov 26, 20192 min read


Last Minute Preparations for Your Next Sportif
If you’re looking to ride the Tour De Brisbane, or any other long road race or sportif for that matter, read on and get some top tips for...

David Wadsworth
Jun 30, 20192 min read
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