How To Think Yourself Faster | Psychology For Cyclists

Can you really revolutionise your cycling with no extra training at all? Simon Richardson has been researching how you can get faster using only your brain. Here's some tips for winning the mental game.

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There's more than physical limits to how hard you can pedal; it's no myth that psychology plays a huge part in cycling performance. From distraction techniques to positive mental attitude, we explore the best ways to improve your cycling by simply changing the way that you think.

Si's top tips for boosting your mental performance:

- Stop listening to your body!
- Sing your heart out
- Swearing?! The results might surprise you...
- Keep it positive
- Break it down into manageable chunks with rewards
- Think about your loved ones or idols

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