Harnessing the power of the mind can dramatically improve performance, hence the take-up of sports psychology among elite riders. Catherine Waterfall finds out how it can benefit grassroots competitors

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Professor Moira Lafferty on helping riders be their best, holding up a flight at Heathrow and travelling the world

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The science of rider biomechanics isn’t just for professional riders looking to improve their results, it can benefit riders of all levels, as Catherine Welton finds out