The Tour of Flanders bike race: Could functional strength training give riders an edge? Functional strength training, performed on the bike, has been scientifically studied for the first time. Here are the results.
Cycle like the Scandinavians for a healthier society Cycling to and from work can reduce the risk factors associated with heart disease. So do it like Denmark and get on your bike, say scientists.
Do reckless drivers generally take more risks? New research project aims to find out if reckless drivers are generally more willing to take risks in their lives. If so, we may have overestimated the importance that seat belts and drink driving have on road safety.
Bike helmets are less effective than we think Previous research may have overestimated the protective effect of bicycle helmets, new analysis reveals.
Pedestrians as risky as cars for cyclists Pedestrians are as likely as cars to cause bicycle accidents. Swedish researchers discovered the problem by mounting cameras and sensors on bikes being ridden in Gothenburg.
Hot brains impair athletic performance It’s not just muscle fatigue that impairs athletic performance in hot conditions. Your brain temperature and central fatigue also play a key role.
Fuel cells speed up cyclists Tiny fuel cells will soon be supplying energy to the numerous electronic gadgets used by amateur and elite cyclists.
Altitude training is little more than placebo Sleeping at high altitudes, in the mountains and in so-called altitude houses, does not improve the body’s ability to take up oxygen, a new study concludes.
Jogging adds five years to your life Run a few times a week and you’ll add five years to your life. A new comprehensive research project brings the good news after 35 years of studies.
How acidosis develops during exercise Vigorous exercise causes lactic acid to accumulate in our muscles, making them acidotic. New research shows that several key organs play a surprising role in this process – even during moderate exercise.
