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Recovery

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All About Tapering for Century Rides and Other Distances

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7 Foam Roller Exercises to Alleviate Back Pain

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How to Find a Cycling-Specific Physical Therapist

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Here’s What to Eat to Recover Better After a Ride

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The Benefits of Compression Boots

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How to Rest Tired Legs

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How to Taper for Your Next Big Event

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Experts Explain How to Recover from a Century

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How to Get Better Sleep Like the Pros

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How Long Does It Take to Ride a Century?

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4 Proven Ways to Feel Stronger on Long Rides

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How to Strength Train for Your Fastest Century

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Mistakes Cyclists Make Training for a Century

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Mobility Moves for Your Upper Back

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More Recovery Tips

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The Best Postride Cycling Stretches

By Ashley Mateo and Kristine Kearns

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The Benefits of Infrared Saunas for Cyclists

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Here’s Exactly How to Do Zone 1 Training

By Rosael Torres-Davis

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The Best Yoga Poses for Cyclists

by The Bicycling Editors

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The Best Stretches for Cyclists

By Mallory Creveling, CPT

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How Pros Tackle Recovery During Tour de France

By Molly Hurford

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Can Sitting in a Sauna Improve Your Performance?

By Selene Yeager

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You Need These Stretches if Your Low Back Hurts

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A 15-Minute Morning Yoga Routine for Cyclists

By Molly Hurford

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Wind Down With Before Bed Stretches

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8 Ways to Avoid the Afternoon Slump Before It Hits

By Monique Lebrun

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Here’s Exactly How to Cool Down Postride

By Lauren Bedosky

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Sleep Quality Really Does Affect Your Emotions

By Elizabeth Millard

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How to Manage Inflammation After a Workout

By Lauren Bedosky

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Your Comprehensive Cycling Recovery Guide

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The Benefits of Acupressure Mats

By Jordan Smith

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5 Tips to Help Prevent and Treat Sore Abs

by selene yeager

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What’s Your Sleep Chronotype?

By Jenessa Connor

tips to fall asleep quickly and also ways to create a sleep routine

Here’s Exactly How to Fall Asleep Easily Tonight

By Donna Raskin

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4 Tips to Relief Tight Legs

by Selene Yeager

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How to Use a Foam Roller for Better Recovery

by selene yeager and The Bicycling Editors

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7 Strategies for Conquering Recovery Rides

by selene yeager

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The Difference Between Tiredness and Fatigue

By Elizabeth Millard

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Mental vs. Muscle Fatigue: How They’re Different

cryotherapy may be a great recovery option for riders

Cryotherapy: How Freezing Helps Muscles

By Lauren Bedosky

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The Best Foods to Speed Up Recovery

by kelly bastone

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How Your Sleeping Position Could Affect Your Rides

By Jennifer Acker

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What to Know About Magnesium for Sleep

By Monique Lebrun