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Emma Cole

8 off-the-bike things professional cyclists do to ride faster – and you can do too

Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe team's Slovenian rider Primoz Roglic stretches before taking part in a team training session on the eve of the start of 111th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, in Florence in Italy, on June 28, 2024. (Photo by Anne-Christine POUJOULAT / AFP).

While much of a pro cyclist's training plan involves being on the bike, there are many other elements that contribute to becoming a better, stronger and faster cyclist.

From strength training and nutrition to mental tips and prioritising recovery, various factors and lifestyle elements play a key role in improving a rider’s performance – it's not just pedalling.

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