Three weeks ago, all eyes were on the Rio Olympic Velodrome as Team GB stormed to victory, adding 11 medals to their total. Fresh from the boards, we took the opportunity to speak to our ambassador Joanna
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Fast, adrenaline-fueled and addictive - three words that prove track cycling is one of the most intense cycling disciplines out there. If you live for the thrill, are just starting out and are keen to
The time trial is considered the ‘race of truth’ as there is nowhere to hide, it’s just you and your bike against the clock. It’s a pure test of your ability to ride a bike, fast. British time
Ever wondered what life is like behind the scenes of one of the biggest women's races in the UK? Our friend and ambassador Dean Downing recently worked behind the scenes at the Aviva Women's Tour of Britain,
Mark Cavendish, Marcel Kittel and Andre Greipel, they all have it - what seems like a natural ability to break away from the peloton and sprint to victory. You may think that some lucky cyclists are born
Tell us about yourself and your sporting background: I started swimming aged 7 with my brother. I joined a swimming club when I was 10 years old because I wanted to be able to do “tumble turns”
As the summer season gets underway, many cyclists will be wondering how to improve their performance ahead of upcoming sportives and challenge rides. There is lots of advice out there on how to get faster,
Let’s face it, no amount of cycling indoors can entirely replicate the bitter sweet physiological, and emotional effort (and glory) of climbing a hill on your bike. But in can certainly ease the sting.
The Wattbike combines the ultimate training tool with an innovative digital platform to help you achieve your goals. But when you’re new to the Wattbike, there is a lot to learn, so we’re here to
At Wattbike, we're the first to admit that sometimes, it can be hard to stay motivated to train indoors when the sun is shining outside, or you're tired from a long day at work. Thankfully, with a Wattbike
With the first mountain stage of the Giro d’Italia just a few days away many cyclists will be inspired by the pro’s to take on a mountain pass or two. If you’re one of them, and you’re adding
We recently caught up with Melanie Marshall, elite British Swimming Coach and Head Coach at City of Derby Swimming Club, where she is currently working with Rio hopeful Adam Peaty. Mel coaches from a
One aspect of training and event preparation which is often underestimated, especially in the lead up to big events, is tapering. Today, we’re covering the basics - what is tapering why you need it,
This weekend, members of the Wattbike team will be taking part in the 158km Liege Bastogne Liege (LBL) sportive, ahead of the pro race on Sunday. We caught up with the following members of the team to
As we’ve discussed in a previous blog, rest and recovery can make your training more effective, reduce the risk of illness and help you get ready for your next tough session. There are, however, many