Mountain biking in the winter months is hard. It can be cold, wet, windy – often all at once – and that’s before you factor in occasionally riding in the dark. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth it.

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

Three simple ways to keep your motivation stoked as the years go by

Setting your fitness agenda isn’t a once-a-year opportunity. Now January is well and truly over, we show you how to make your exercise goals a reality, now and for the future

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

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