5 Things Pros Secretly Do in Winter (That You Don’t)

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Nov 21, 2025

Discover the secrets of professional cyclists during winter training. Learn why taking a structured break and medical checkups can enhance performance. Uncover the importance of reviewing past seasons and setting realistic personal goals. Explore the balance of strength and mobility work for injury prevention. Plus, find out how to adjust bike fit for maximal comfort and efficiency. This winter, it's all about strategic preparation for a stronger season ahead!

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ADVICE

Planned Fatigue Reset

Take a deliberate winter break of about 10–21 days to reset accumulated fatigue.
Use light activity (hikes, yoga, cross‑training) rather than structured training during this period.

INSIGHT

Fatigue Drops Faster Than Fitness

Fatigue sheds faster than fitness, so short breaks improve long‑term form.
Letting go of some fitness enables a higher rebuild next season.

ANECDOTE

Ignored Cut Became Major Issue

Anthony ignored a small forehead lesion for 18 months and later needed specialist care.
The lesion turned out to be benign skin cancer that required surgery and long recovery off the bike.

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Today we’re lifting the lid on five things pros actually do in winter. Not fluffy “stay motivated” stuff—the real playbook. Anthony and Sarah are in the thick of winter training right now, pulling back the curtain on how the pros use the “off-season” to quietly level up. Is it really a slower time, or just a different kind of hard work? From how they structure their weeks to the sneaky habits that set up next season, this episode is about the details nobody posts on Instagram—and how you can steal them for your own winter.

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