Yorkshire's Lizzie Armitstead is on top of the world right now, after clinching the 2015 Road World Championships in Richmond, Virginia on Saturday (26 September) with supreme tactical nous in the finish sprint.
From gear selection to knowing when to stand up on the pedals and how to pace your efforts, check out these top climbing tips from one of Britain's very finest cycling talents...
Warm-up
“In order to make climbing easier, it’s good to get a good warm-up in beforehand,” the 26-year-old advises. “Usually in the peloton we’re riding on the flat and in a group before we hit the slopes, so that’s a warm-up in itself on top of the rolling we do next to the team bus. If I’m training then I make sure I do get some miles in before – then choose a climb I know in order to test myself against previous bests.
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“It’s a good technique to follow if you’re trying to improve your climbing, no matter what your ability. Short steep climbs will help improve your power, while longer more gradual climbs help with your general condition and fitness."
Record your ride
Armitstead says: “Most people now have smartphones or a bike computer that can record your ride while out. Some even have functions that give you a virtual rider to ride against. It can either be a target time, or one of your old personal bests. Either way, keeping motivation on a climb is important so using these functions in any way can be useful.”
Get your gears right
Be stylish
Find the right pace
Find the right position
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