Lighter doesn’t always mean faster. Rob Kemp investigates why muscle and fuelling matter much more than the number on the scales

He set aVO2max record that still stands today, won a Worlds TT... then quit cycling. Tom Davidson catches up with him

‘How can I ensure I’m prepared for a huge biking day?’

Not enough time to squeeze in strength training? Maybe think again. One study saw 10 of 19 female duathletes add twice-weekly strength sessions to their multisport programme. These comprised just four

How far, how fast, how often? An expert guide to the most important marathon training session

Now in his third year at Visma Lease a Bike, the British climber is looking forward to taking more leadership roles this season