Trainers & Accessories

Benefits of a Cycling Trainer

You only need to see pros after a UCI race to understand that cycling trainers bring benefits. Aside from helping you to safely cool down and regulate your heart rate post-race, advantages include:

-Convenience and time efficiency. Indoor bike trainers are all set up and ready to go. There’s no faffing about - the moment you sit down, you can work away and make the most of your time.
-Consistency. Forget about traffic lights, traffic jams, potholes, bad surfaces, inclines, steep descents - when you use bicycle trainers, you set the scene.
-Riding in a controlled environment. This is particularly pertinent if you’re recovering from injury, in rehabilitation, or even if you’ve had a scare out on the road.
-Safety. As per the point just made, the fact you’re sitting on a bike trainer indoors away from traffic and potential hazards can deliver huge peace of mind.
-Structured workouts. Set yourself up on Zwift, TrainerRoad, Peloton, Sufferfest etc and get the training you want right then and there.
-Improved technique and form. Bike rollers in particular can really help perfect your technique, posture and stroke efficiency, without being distracted by the bunch, other road users, hazards etc.
-Training no matter what the weather. Is it boiling hot outside? Raining cats and dogs? Who cares - nothing stops you when you’re on a trainer.
-Data tracking and feedback. Smart bike trainers will capture a wealth of data, including power output (watts), cadence, speed, and heart rate, providing you with real-time feedback so you can make adjustments accordingly.