Molly Hurford
Contributing Writer
Molly writes about cycling, nutrition and training with an emphasis on bringing more women into sport. She's the author of nine books including the Shred Girls series and is the founder of Strong Girl Publishing. She co-hosts The Consummate Athlete Podcast and spends most of her free time biking and running on trails, occasionally joined by her mini-dachshund.

How to Make Your Bike More Comfortable, Depending on Your Pain Points
Neck or back aches? Hand numbness? We have quick tweaks to sidestep these common cycling complaints.

10 Surprising Times You Might Need a New Bike Fit
Hint: It’s not just when you’re uncomfortable.

How Long Does It Take to Ride a Century?
We have the stats on clocking 100 miles—plus how you can figure out your own finish time.

‘What You Put Out, You Get Back.’ How This Bicycling Member Betters Herself By Helping Others
Jana Sampson hung up her bike, found it again, and is ready to push her limits.

Zone 2 Training Transforms Your Fitness and Health—Experts Explain How to Execute It
We explain why the majority of your rides should hit this effort and how to make the most of the miles.

How to Build Upon Your Century Training to Master a Double Century
It’s not as simple as doubling the distance.

Just Starting Out? Check Out These Beginner-Friendly Cycling Tips From the Pros
Every cyclist was a new rider once, even Olympians and world champions. Here’s what they wish someone had told them when they first started riding.

How to Use Group Rides to Train for a Century
This could be the secret key to making your century ride even better.

Want a Smoother Spin? Steal These Cadence Training Strategies From the Pros
We've compiled their best tips for cadence training, plus a few of their favorite cadence drills that will help you improve your spin.

Do You Need a Power Meter?
The pros and cons of keeping constant tabs on this metric.

How Often to Do HIIT Workouts On and Off the Bike
There’s a delicate balance between pushing it and pulling back. Here’s how to find it.

Stamina vs Endurance: What’s the Difference?
Get to know these markers of fitness and it just might spike your performance.

9 Cycling Myths—Debunked
We call B.S. on common cycling misconceptions and why you should ignore them to get more out of your sport.

How to Clean Your Water Bottles, Plus How Often You Should Be Doing It
Here’s what you need to do to keep your bottles squeaky clean and mold-free for a long time.
Your 3-Day-a-Week Beginner Base Training Plan
This easy-to-follow program is designed to help new riders elevate their endurance, and it requires just 3 days a week of riding.

How to Recognize Exercise Addiction in Cyclists
Learn how you (or a friend) might get caught up in the miles and how to handle it.
Easy Ways to Winterize Your Bike
Expert tips for avoiding a costly repair bill after racking up winter miles.

What I Learned About Zwift After Finally Joining the Platform
After trying Zwift after riding for 16 years, I realized the hype is true, for one, but it can be overwhelming. These tips help you better navigate the platform.
This Indoor Cycling Playlist Matches Cadence to the Beat
This playlist matches bmp's to your rpm's—because an indoor cycling sweat session is so much more fun with a killer playlist. Just follow the beat.
How to Ride with a Hangover
Don't skip the bike because of yesterday's celebrations!

10 Cycling Skills Coaches Want You to Focus on This Winter
Take advantage of the colder temps to zero in on these skills that will improve confidence and performance.

Zwift vs Peloton: Which One Is Better for Indoor Cycling?
We compare the two popular platforms to help you make the best choice for your winter training.
8,000 QOMs and Counting: Climbing Queen Illi Gardner Shares Her Secrets
To get better at climbing, follow this hard-won advice from one of the most prolific climbers on Strava.

MyWhoosh vs Zwift: Which One Is Better for Your Indoor Rides?
There’s one major perk to MyWhoosh: It’s free!

How to Measure for a Bike With 3 Key Numbers
Setting up these measurements correctly is the foundation of any proper bike fit.

How to Test Ride a Bike So You Make the Best Purchase
Before you spend money on a bike, it’s a good idea to take it for a ride. These tips help you make the most of that initial spin.

What Is Cadence? Experts Explain How to Improve Your RPMs
Experts break down all you need to know about your revolutions per minute, including how learning to ride at difference cadences will improve performance.

How to Maintain Cycling Fitness When Riding Your Bike Isn’t an Option
Here's what to do when you can’t ride your bike due to injury, illness, or a jam-packed schedule.

What Are Over Under Workouts?
Experts break down the science and all the benefits you gain from doing this type of interval training.

How to Safely Do an Idaho Stop
Rolling stops are legal in some states, but to be safe, you need to understand the potential dangers and some necessary skills.

How to Prepare for a Long Ride with Less Stress
We’ve got everything you need to check off your long ride to-do list.

How to Build Your Annual Cycling Training Plan
We tapped cycling experts to explain how to handle racing throughout the year and what to do in the off-season.