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How to run a faster marathon by including cycling in your training

Jun 14, 2018

With the recent launch of the SSE Airtricity 2018 Dublin City Marathon it got me thinking of cycling and how it could be useful in preparation for running the marathon. As a racing cyclist I always enjoyed running for fitness maintenance in the winter as preparation...

7 Brilliant ways to improve your diet for cycling

Apr 26, 2018

Whether you are training for a cycling sportive in Sligo, a Marathon in Mayo, a Triathlon in Tralee an Ironman in Inishowen an Enduro event in Enniskillen, there's something here that can give a massive boost to your performance nutrition and diet for the big day....

How to pedal like a pro

Apr 10, 2018

When you look at the Tour de France or other great bike races do you notice how smoothly the riders pedal? Most of the great cyclists have the ability to spin the pedals at a fast cadence as well as having the strength to push big gears when required. This comes about...

How can an Irish Cyclist become a professional cyclist

Feb 19, 2018

The route from Irish cycling to professional cycling. As a new cycling season approaches. Young cyclists, their parents and coaches may be dreaming of being a professional cyclist. The dream part is easy. What's the reality? how do cyclists make the transition from...

Power Meters & Heart Rate Monitor Series: Part 1

Feb 7, 2018

Updated: 7th of February 2018 Controlling training loads with Watts or Heart Rate Are you using heart rate or power to control your bike training loads? This series of blog posts will look at some of the research available on the effectiveness of power or heart rate...

February Special: Save 10% And Peak When It Counts

Feb 2, 2018

Have you failed to hit your goals in the past? We are delighted to announce that we are running a special offer for the month of February! Like many racing cyclists you may find that in February you start running into problems with your training and your performance....

5 Risk factors for Osteoporosis in male and female cyclists

Jan 5, 2018

Cyclists and Osteoporosis Maintenance of bone health is very important for cyclists. Because it is not a true weight bearing activity, cyclists bones do not get the same amount of stimulation as weight bearing exercises like walking and running. If you are a cyclist,...

Cyclists Triathletes tips, winning losing and self esteem

Jan 4, 2018

Originally posted on May 16 2016 Updated January 4 2018 Paddy Doran Cycling Blog 2 hours with Sports Psychologist I once spent two hours with a sports psychologist following a major international event where I was masseur for a team. The visit was to try to understand...

How to win like Sam Bennett – number one rule for aspiring sprinters

Jan 1, 2018

Originally posted on March 1 2017 Updated on January 1 2018 This is an updated blog from last year when Sam Bennett had an amazing year. Multiple wins in major races and very close to winning three stages in the Giro d'Italia. What a great win he had had in Paris Nice...

Cyclists 5 tips for fitness at Christmas

Dec 18, 2017

Paddy Doran cycling Blog Christmas is a time when amateur cyclists have some extra time for training and there are also opportunities for parties and more socialising than usual. It’s also a time when colds and flus are prevalent in the general population.These are...