IMMEDIATELY START CYCLING FASTER
CYCLING
THE KEY
IS SIMPLE
USE LESS EFFORT
MORE OFTEN
100 RPM
This is what your cadence should be on a trainer. Period. You should also be able to do this at an incredibly low heart rate (adjust gearing accordingly). Why?
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WHEN YOU INCREASE RPM...
- You're forced to use an easier gear - Your legs act as a more efficient gyroscope - increasing balance - Your stamina increases because of less lactic acid in the legs
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UPPER BODY
STABILITY
BE A STATUE
Watch any videos of pro cyclists and from the hips up, they’re like statues. The reason? There’s a few...
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NO SHIFTING SIDE TO SIDE
Good cyclists always remain in the proper gear. This allows them to remain still, and not have to shift their weight to press down on the pedals.
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AERODYNAMIC
A still body, and simple shape, is more aerodynamic than one moving all over the place. When you're racing for speed (and less wind resistance, this matters. A lot.
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LESS MOVEMENT
Any movement requires energy.. so why move more than necessary? Less movement, less energy, easier riding.
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