the whole pedal cycle, remembering to relax the body. Efficient pedalling means more speed for less effort, so make sure all your leg muscles play their part in turning the cranks in a smooth, circular motion, pulling backwards and upwards at the bottom
If you're an experienced cyclist, the bike section of a triathlon holds no fears. But if you haven't cycled since you were a child, a bike can seem a complicated and dangerous machine. Most triathletes start off in the sport with one weakness
Q. I've been drafted in a race. How do I deal with this?A. Drafting on the bike leg is an occasional unwanted occurrence in triathlon in which another athlete sits directly behind you during the bike leg, thereby reducing their air resistance, which
cadence to 40 rpm. Point your toes on the downstroke. Drop your heel on the backstroke.Build: Efficiency The Drill: Go mono-pedal. Ride single-legged, one foot on the pedal, with the other foot tucked free of the rotating crankarm. Alternate your
Most of the attention in cycling is focused on your legs and lungs but strong arms can also play a critical role in on-bike performance.“Having stronger biceps and triceps means your arms will be under less metabolic stress as you ride,” says Dr
way to climb. Standing puts more weight on your leg muscles - they work harder and you use 10 per cent more energy and increase your heart rate by five to 10 per cent. On gradual gradients, sit back on the saddle; for steep slopes move toward the nose
in your quads.The bike leg is the longest and most strategic part of any triathlon, so it’s crucial to make the most of it. Your bike training should always include a long ride at a slower pace and lower heart rate (just like running, they’re usually done
rate - don't forget, this is only a warm-up interval. Then 5 minutes easy spinning at 90rpm before intervals; relaxed legs and breathing.Intervals: 5 min strength effort at 60rpm: Reach your desired heart rate, which should be 10 beats under your
trainers you'll save the 30 or so seconds some people spend switching their shoes in second transition (T2), by which point you'll be out on the run leg, some 200 metres down the road. However, you have to take into account what has happened on the bike leg
Q. What exactly is the difference between a triathlon bike and a road bike?A. There are several visible and important differences between a purpose-built tri bike and a road bike. These differences allow a triathlete to function in the most
