Fitness
Peter Sagan forced to undergo second heart operation
Slovakian's bid to make the Paris Olympics suffers another blow, as return to training throws up more heart rhythm problems
Can you build fitness by riding an e-bike or are they ‘cheating’?
Contrary to popular beliefs, an e-bike isn’t ‘cheating’ and you can make some serious fitness gains by riding one
Why are cyclists obsessed with FTP numbers, and is it actually useful?
When it comes to training, we think you should avoid fixating on FTP to uncover bigger benefits
Strength training for cyclists: is it worth it?
Many cyclists dislike strength training, but it can have a positive impact on performance as well as helping to reduce the risk of injuries
How cycling boosts the 6 indicators of a long life - The GCN Show
Dan Lloyd is joined by Conor Dunne in the studio to look at the six key signs of a long life, from grip strength to VO2 max
10 benefits of riding an e-bike
Here are five reasons e-bikes are better than bikes, and five reasons they're better than cars
Does cross-training work? Zwift 30 in 30 part 2
Gym training, running, walking and swimming are all great in their own right but can they benefit our cycling performance?
The truth behind cycling and the science of weight loss
Losing weight is something a lot of us would like to do but we might just be approaching it all wrong, Ollie Bridgewood takes a look at the science behind weight loss
How to start adding intervals to your training
Elevate your cycling and get more out of your training by adding interval sessions to your next ride
Cycling can reduce prostate cancer risk by 35%, new research shows
Men whose fitness improved 3% in a year were significantly less likely to develop cancer than those whose fitness had declined
Group ride etiquette: 8 unwritten rules you need to know
Follow these golden rules so you’re not annoying everyone on your next group ride
Why you may be struggling to lose weight from cycling
If the scales aren’t budging no matter how much you ride, we have some tips for you.
6 tips to build your fitness from scratch
If your fitness is at an all-time low follow these essential tips to keep yourself motivated and build it back up steadily
How long does it take to burn off a McDonald's Big Mac?
It’s the classic McDonald’s meal, but how long do you need to cycle for in order to cancel out the calorie intake from this fast food favourite?
Does endurance really improve with age?
Is there any truth in the idea that you're able to spend longer in the saddle as you get older? Si Richardson investigates
6 top tips to avoid getting dropped on a climb
Here are some of the best tactical ways to stay in contact with the group when the road points upwards
Ride with our GCN presenters during our 30 in 30 January fitness challenge
Keep the motivation high for your January fitness goals by taking part in our dedicated Zwift sessions with the GCN crew
Join us and complete GCN's January 30 in 30 fitness challenge
Whether it be indoor training on Zwift, local hill reps or even some off-bike exercise, it all counts and will get you towards the target. Are you up for the challenge?
7 bits of advice new cyclists should ignore - for now
If you are new to cycling you might need to be a little bit selective on the advice that you get given, so here are some of the things we think you should ignore
New Year's resolutions cyclists should never make
It’s that time of year when we all start thinking about setting goals for the next 12 months, but here are some that we think you should avoid
GCN takes on the Zwift Academy: Do Andrew Feather or Cillian Kelly have what it takes to make it as a pro rider?
In this second part of the Zwift Academy series, we see how things have been going for KOM sensation Andrew Feather and GCN's own statistician Cillian Kelly
Polarised training: How to build cycling endurance without the time penalty
You don’t need to go on long, steady bike rides to build endurance. Polarised training provides a solution for time-strapped cyclists
New fitness app Muuvr turns activities into equipment and gear
App links to your fitness tracking tools and will convert activities into usable points allowing users to buy physical products
The missing piece: Do we all need a bit more Zone 4?
Zone two training has become a popular trend in cycling with benefits to back it up, but are we all missing something that could transform our riding?