An expert’s take on… long-distance touring

Not cycling can make you a much stronger cyclist. That’s the counterintuitive message many tunnel-visioned cyclists need to hear. Yes, you love riding your bike, and the best way to get better at cycl

With the need for plenty of training and huge bragging rights, many people are being tempted to take on an ultra marathon. But how? Here are 15 proven tips to help you smash your first 50-miler

Mention the Ironman bike leg to any triathlon novice and watch as their jaw drops and their mind is blown. Some 180km (112-miles) after a 3.8km swim and before a marathon run? It’s the stuff of endura

Despite decades of scientific research, getting fit on the bike still hinges on old-fashioned hard work. Are we looking for complexity where the answers remain simple, asks James Shrubsall

Whatever the distance, running requires dedication. It’s about discipline and digging deep, passion and pushing boundaries. But it’s also about feeling good. Running can liberate you from a sluggish body and even inject youthfulness into old age. And regardless of your level or experience, you can always learn more…

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