Kilojoule ceilings have become pro cycling’s secret talent test, and 3,000 is the magic number. James Witts examines the latest science of stamina and shows you how to harness it to boost performance

Immerse yourself in any sport for long enough and you’ll become acquainted with its surrounding myth and lore. Cycling is no exception, with its long history giving plenty of time for rumour to be bak

‘Off-season’ suggests that it’s not part of the training cycle, so instead, think about it as the ‘recovery and preparation phase.’ You still need to ‘execute’ this part of the plan, even though it ma

From hot Pilates to infrared spin, the ‘burn’ is no longer optional. But are heated workouts a health breakthrough – or just a load of hot air? WH reports on the hottest trend in fitness

The intense shredding of pounds in the days and hours before a fight, known as the ‘cut’, is thought of by fighters as the most draining part of the job. But despite dangers, it remains central to combat sports. MH spoke to fighters, coaches and commentators to find out why.

Can you improve your cycling fitness in six weeks without leaving the house? Frank Bauer takes the Rouvy app for a spin to find out