Author Archives: michellearthursbrennan

  Short answer? No, not if your genetics just don’t favour short burst power. But you can be better – you can improve on your weaknesses. I combined gym training with a little boost via the supplement isle of Holland and Barrett…. Read about it here. 

Not if you can’t keep them in a straight line. If you can afford just one pair of wheels, and don’t know how deep to go – then this article seeks to find the answer.

Geometry defines a bike’s personality – here’s what to look for when you view those charts. Read it here.

Choosing the right saddle can be a nightmare. I’ve been on many women’s rides where it seems to be the primary topic of conversation! Trialling saddles can get expensive, so I put together this guide to help riders (male and female) cut through some of the chafe. See it here.

What’s going on in your head can dramatically influence your performance. I spoke to riders who have used psychology to overcome fear and improve their racing, also picking up some tips and tricks from sports psychologists. Read it here. Related:  The Sports Psychology of: Using Visualisation to Banish Fears The Sports Psychology of: Setting GoalsContinue reading “Is fear holding you back?”

Are women’s bikes all about marketing, or is their a need for a different geometry to suit female cyclists? Having a custom bike built for my (female) body seemed like a good way to explore the question – read it here.

I like a good ‘what I did on my ‘oliday’. Here’s a few…. Cycling in Gran Canaria  Cycling in Morzine Cycling in Denia and Calpe Cycling in Tuscany Cycling in the Pyrenees Cycling in the Dolomites Cycling in Mallorca Cycling in Girona