As cyclists, long climbs pose one of the biggest challenges we can face. That's why for many cycling enthusiasts tackling a demanding climb is a challenge they struggle to cope with. However, indoor training offers a safe way to prepare...
Cycling is an activity that not only tests our cardiovascular endurance but also demands flexibility in multiple areas of the body. Flexibility is essential to improve posture on the bike, increase pedalling efficiency, and reduce the risk of injuries. The...
If there is a popular term in the cycling world, it is undoubtedly FTP (Functional Threshold Power). This refers to the highest average power range -expressed in watts- that a cyclist can develop during one hour. This FTP is an...
Indoor cycling, thanks to platforms like BKOOL, allows us to train at home, regardless of the weather or outdoor conditions, without neglecting fun. As in any other circumstance, training variability is essential to achieve optimal performance and avoid plateauing....
The 2023 cycling calendar is already underway. Races such as the Giro del Sol or the Santos Tour Down Under have delighted us, bringing back the excitement of cycling in its purest form. Meanwhile, many of us are preparing to...
Historically, riding the trainer has been the enemy of virtually every competitive cyclist. Riding indoors was the last resort to get through a harsh winter or stretch of bad weather. But advances in technology, along with (let's face it)...
Indoor cycling and simulators such as BKOOL are becoming increasingly popular, both for their advantages over riding outdoors and for their significant training benefits. However, there are still those who consider indoor cycling as the last resort, something to only do when going outside isn't an option. This perception leads...
We normally start off the cycling “year” or season full of hopes, but remember that haste isn’t a good companion when talking about bikes…. The basis of a good construction is a good foundation. It’s the same thing here. You...
One of the most attractive challenges that a popular cyclist can face is, without a doubt, a Gran Fondo. Understood as a cycling tour that exceeds one hundred kilometres -and even two hundred on some occasions-, they are usually...
In any sport there is debate about which training methods, philosophies or techniques produce the most and best benefits. In the world of cycling, the discussion is just as wide-ranging. Cycling is a sport that requires a combination of strength,...
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