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Jul 2020

Endurance in cycling: Oli's Top 5 tips for better endurance and performance

Whether you want to reach your full potential in cycling and cross the finishing line first or make your bike rides in the Swiss mountains easy and enjoyable, do these 5 things to increase your cycling endurance and performance.
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Oli Zimmerli
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11
Jun 2020

30 minutes of bicycle sprints: the gentle alternative to running

If you want lean, defined legs for the summer and want to avoid knee pain, then cycling is the right thing for you! Cycling is a suitable alternative to a cardiovascular exercise and running sprints without impact on your knees. Try this short and highly effective training routine.
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Oli Zimmerli
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11
Jun 2020

5 mental strategies that increase your performance in sports (and fitness) enormously

Athletes are always looking for ways to improve athletic performance. While there is no miracle cure, there are a few mental strategies that give the competitive edge. That is exactly what makes a successful athlete: mental strength. Athletes want to keep going, get higher, get faster, be at the top of the game, push their own limits and win. You don't need to be an athlete to try these mental tricks to achieve your fitness goals.
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Oli Zimmerli
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11
Jun 2020

Heart rate variability (HRV): the strongest indicator of performance recovery

Imagine the match of your life. Tennis match. You hold a racket in your hand and take a few deep and slow breaths to concentrate before you hit the ball. Or think of Shavasana, the state of deep relaxation at the end of each yoga class. In both situations we use the breath to calm the mind. This can also be measured in our body using heart rate variability (HRV). A higher HRV goes hand in hand with mindfulness, relaxation and mental presence. Learn to use HRV to achieve your desired fitness and health state.
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Stefan Andris
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