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There has historically been little research into how female athletes should train to best suit their physiology. That’s changing—and women are fast learning how to get the most from their bodies.

If you want to train well, you need to be able to recover well. But despite advances in our understanding of recovery techniques, myths still pervade.

When it comes to managing injuries - and other setbacks - it can be tempting to focus on the immediate problem. However, by looking at the bigger picture of 'why', you are more likely to ensure a more effective, long-term management of the problem.

There's a plethora of techniques and tips to enhance your cycling recovery, and there's also plenty of misinformation. Nike Cook shares his advice on how to ensure your recover well.

Many athletes travel to races and have to deal with things like jetlag as a result. However, there are a few things you can do to give yourself the best chance of resting - and performing - well wherever you are in the world.

Breathwork is a practice that can provide a range of psychological and physical benefits. But how should someone get started with their breathwork practice?

Sleep, and a lack of it, can have a huge impact on the way you 'perform' throughout your day. But it can also have a significant impact on athletic performance - and most importantly recovery.

While the practices of Breathwork and Meditation are frequently used to complement one another, the two techniques - and the way they affect your body and mind - differ in some important ways.

By adopting a more considered approach to our daily 'cycles' we can optimize our sleep, which in turn aids recovery, mental health and overall performance.

No longer considered a ‘time waster’, sleep is increasingly recognized as a key pillar of mental and physical health - and performance.

It's no secret that sleep is a game-changer when it comes to sports performance, but how can you optimize yours?

Training without adequate recovery and nutrition can cause hormone levels to go awry. That’s why knowing how to identify - and treat - hormone imbalance is essential for female athletes.