For a cyclist, legs are crucial. Whether riding a stationary bike or a traditional one, you lean heavily on the lower body to carry you up hills and through sprints. A solid ride can also work the ...

It’s why cyclists’ legs may sometimes appear bigger than runners'. 'It's not that the other [muscles] aren't getting bigger and stronger or that you're not using them when cycling, ...

Are your legs working equally when you ride? Learn what science says about pedaling asymmetry, performance, and injury risk ...

Why do cyclists shave their legs and should you be doing it too? We take a look at the possible reasons, the methods and the pitfalls. Why? One of the most common reasons that cyclists’ give for ...

Cycling “is definitely not a substitute for a leg day,” Sims says. But strength training will make you an even better cyclist. Studies show that cyclists of all genders can benefit from ...

Both endurance activities are great for cardiovascular health, but which is better when it comes to building lower limb strength?

For three reasons. Firstly, it’s a tradition, cyclists have shaved their legs for decades. Secondly, it has a healing function – due to the high likelihood of a fall in cycling and the loss of skin; ...