It’s Prostate Awareness Month: What cyclists need to know
Resharing this blog from last year for Prostate Awareness Month Cycling for Prostate Health: What You Need to Know September is Prostate Awareness Month, a crucial time for men, especially cyclists, to talk about their health. As cyclists, we know the joy and benefits of cycling—a healthy heart, strong legs, and companionship. But does cycling […]
Keep Your Mojo Going Through Autumn and Winter
The clocks are about to go back, the mornings are colder, and the last thing many cyclists want to do is pull on the leg warmers and head out into the drizzle. But the riders who show up fittest and freshest when the sportive calendar opens again in spring are usually the ones who found […]
Fuelling Through the Heat
Fuelling Through the Heat Irish sportive and audax season rarely coincides with genuine heat stress, but this summer has been the exception. With Met Éireann confirming another spell of high temperatures this week — highs of 27–29°C forecast in the midlands and east, on top of an already hot, dry summer and a nationwide hosepipe […]
Greenways – It’s Win Win Win
Greenways offer a wealth of benefits that extend far beyond simple recreation. They are a powerful tool for improving public health, promoting economic growth through active tourism, and enhancing community well-being. Health and Mental Health Benefits Greenways directly address the public health crises of physical inactivity. By providing accessible and safe spaces, they encourage people […]
Do You Need a Gravel Bike?
Should You Buy a Gravel Bike? With gravel riding’s surge in popularity, you might be wondering if you truly need a dedicated gravel bike. While it’s easy to dismiss them as a marketing ploy, they offer genuine benefits. A gravel bike’s slacker geometry, wider tire clearance, and often, a more robust frame, are specifically designed […]
Improve Your Cycling OFF the Bike! by Sinéad Kennedy
Improve your cycling OFF the bike! By Sinéad Kennedy – CORU registered physio & adventure cyclist Whether you’re gearing up for a major cycling event or working your way up to your first 20km ride, there’s no shortage of training plans to help you reach your goal. We all know that consistency will get you […]
Q & A with Bike Fitter Aidan Hammond
Aidan Hammond is one of the country’s most experienced bike-fitters, with over 20 years’ experience. He is also a qualified Physical Therapist and Level 3 Cycling Ireland Coach and Tutor. Aidan, from your experience both as a Physical Therapist and a bike fitter, who do you think would benefit from a bike fit? Pretty much […]
Nutrition Tips for Event Day
Meals On Wheels by Catriona Courtney M.Sc B.Sc.Hons Now is a great time to figure out what food/product you plan to use or is supplied on the sportive events and begin planning what, when and how to consume. Many events supply huge spreads on event day. Word of caution: if you haven’t been consuming a […]
Hydration Tips: Ride Stronger, Recover Faster
By Founder and Head Coach of Cigala Cycling, Matteo Cigala Water is a crucial factor for training/racing and recovery and it’s one of most important nutrient for the cyclist. Without the right amount of fluids on board, you are at unnecessary risk for dehydration, lower training intensity, and heat illness. Water is a lubricant for your […]
Cycle Therapy: How Cycling Can Boost Mental Health
As cyclists, we all realise the health benefits of our hobby: burning calories, building endurance, the benefits for our cardiac health and so on. But what often goes unnoticed is how good hopping on a bike can be for your mind. Beyond toned calves and fresh air, cycling offers powerful mental health benefits that […]
How To Pedal Like a Pro
The late, great and much missed Paddy Doran, High performance cycling coach and tutor shared some advice with us a few years back, we are republishing it now because as usual, paddy was spot on. When you look at the Tour de France or other great bike races do you notice how smoothly the riders pedal? […]
Route of the Week 4: Torr Head/Glendun
A very steep descent leads to the next climb, which is a similar distance but only half as steep.