General Blog - Health And Nutrition

Some topics are not specific to just road riding or mountain biking, but apply to all disciplines equally. One of the most obvious of these topics is health and nutrition, which of course applies in one way or another to all types of cycling. The blog posts on this page are here to help you with questions about how much you should drink during a ride, how to deal with certain injuries and pains, and more. There are also articles on which components you can buy to alleviate certain pains, such as saddle soreness and sore hands and wrists, making you riding more comfortable and enjoyable.

How Much Water Should I Drink When Cycling?

Cycling is an excellent way to stay physically fit and enjoy nature. However, keeping yourself properly hydrated is crucial when biking. It's essential to stay on top of your hydration game to...

How Much To Drink When Cycling: A Guide To Stay Hydrated

Cycling is one of the best forms of exercise that offers a great way to explore the outdoors. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional cyclist, it’s essential to stay hydrated during your ride. The right intake of fluids can be the...

What To Eat When Cycling - Fueling Up For A Great Ride

If you're a cyclist, then you know the importance of nutrition and how it affects not only your performance but also your overall health. Whether you're a professional rider or enjoying it as one...

Calf Pain When Cycling

Cycling can be a great way to get exercise and stay healthy, but it's important to pay attention to your body and recognize when there might be an issue. One...

Is It Better to Take Long or Short Bike Rides?

Biking is an excellent way to get some exercise, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the views. However, the question remains: is it better to take a long bike

What Is Cycling Cadence?

Cycling Cadence is one of many terms cyclists will come across, in this post - we look at Cadence in greater detail, including what it is - and how you can understand it and apply it to improve...

Best Cycling Energy Bars

Road Cycling and Mountain Biking is an intense activity, providing not only a cardiovascular workout - but also a workout for your muscles, including your core. Cycling over longer...

Best Cycle Ride Nutrition

Regardless of whether you are out for a long day mountain biking, or taking part in a road cycling competition where speed is key - keeping your internal energy levels topped up with the right...

Stopping Leg Burn When Cycling

Cycling can be as vigorous an activity as the rider wants it to be - cycling can be gentle, or it can be incredibly difficult. Almost everybody who cycles though will be familiar with the leg burn associated with cycling and pushing hard.

Does an Electric Bike still Burn Calories?

"Does an Electric Bike aid weight loss, and burn calories?" is one of the most common questions we get asked here at Westbrook Cycles. The team here is split when it comes to the popularity...

Avoiding Saddle Soreness When Cycling

Saddle Soreness is one of the most frustrating parts about cycling, especially if you are getting back on the bike after some time not riding. It’s very easy to head out on a bike all guns...

What Is A Smart Trainer?

Smart Trainers have been growing in popularity massively in recent years, with many cyclists choosing to switch their winter training schedule indoors thanks to the invention of these clever...

Indoor Cycling Guide

There will never be a replacement for cycling outside, encountering new people, the great British countryside, beautiful winding roads and incredibly challenging routes. There are times...

Sore Neck Whilst Cycling

The neck is one of the areas of the body which can suffer from strain and pain when riding on the roads, with hours spent in the saddle - with the neck and...

Cold Hands When Cycling

Cycling during the colder, autumn and winter months provides some of the very best cycling there is - whether it’s mountain biking or road biking, stunning scenery and cold, crisp weather makes...

Sore Hands And Wrists When Cycling

Cycling, especially for longer distances places a number of stresses on the body - and as we ride, we may experience pain & discomfort in a number of places, caused by a number of different...

Wrist Pain When Cycling

Cycling is an incredibly varied pursuit - cycling can cover nipping to the shops on your bike or tackling a stage similar to one you would see on the Tour de France, riding bikes for long periods of time, or riding bikes designed for speed and performance can lead to discomfort - such as wrist pain. Understanding the common causes of wrist pain when cycling and how to minimise them helps ensure your cycling experience remains positive and pain-free.

Spotlight: Bike Rollers

Bike Rollers are a brilliant way of improving your cycling fitness and skills during the off season. Unlike jumping on an alien excersise bike at home or at the gym, rollers allow you to ride your own bike at home - allowing you to use, enjoy and perfect your set up wherever you choose to, most commonly in the garage, kitchen or spare room.