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Evidence-based articles from S2S cycling coaches and sports scientists — training methodology, performance testing, nutrition and biomechanics.
43 ArticlesFrom our S2S coaches
ProtocolA Submaximal Fatigue Test Protocol to Monitor Cyclist Training Load
The Submaximal Fatigue Test (SFT) is a key component of how Science to Sport coaches monitor athlete training load, freshness and fatigue, usually on a…
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MedicalHow to Prevent Saddle Sores – Everything You Need to Know
Prevent saddle sores with clean, high-quality bib shorts, chammy cream and a professional bike fit that includes steps we list in the piece.
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TrainingMonitoring Cyclist Training Load Part 1: External Load & Modern Cycling Metrics
Learn about athletic fatigue management: Acute training load (ATL), Chronic training load (CTL) and training stress balance (TSB).
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TrainingAltitude Training For Cyclists – How to do a Live High Train Low Altitude Camp
John Wakefield is a World Tour high performance cycling expert. How to plan, time & execute altitude training for maximum athlete adaptation.
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Dr Devon Coetzee Leads New Science to Sport Running Division
As a Biokineticist and PhD graduate in Running Biomechanics and Injury, Devon is both a cutting-edge sports scientist and real-world performance expert.
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TrainingCycling Nutrition Guide to Fuelling & Gut Training
In recent years, science behind fuelling and carbohydrate intake has changed a lot. Most of us are aware that we can absorb much more carbohydrate during…
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TrainingTorque Intervals for Cyclists – How & Why to do Torque Training
Torque measures force applied to the pedals. If you increase your torque at the same cadence, you will by definition improve power output.
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TrainingDurability for Cyclists: How Fatigue Resistant Are You?
Durability - “it’s not how you start, but how you finish”. How has the science of durability - what it takes to win races - evolved?
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TrainingLock In Cycling Training Progression
Use a power meter to measure physiological adaptations and athlete progression from cycling training sessions.
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