How To Master A Recovery Ride

Dan and Si explain what a recovery ride is and what the benefits are of this enjoyable and simple activity!

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Ex-Professional Cyclists Dan and Si sit down over a coffee and cake to talk about recovery rides and what really is the purpose of them.

There are a number of benefits shown to come from recovery rides including
- Improved Cognitive Function
- Improved Resistance To Muscle Tissue Damage
- Increased Fat Metabolism

When should you do them?
- Good weather
- After hard training
- If you are able to ride very easily

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