I like to say that the day of your competition is a bit like an exam you’ve been studying for for months. To think that you could catch up on everything you haven’t worked on the morning of your test would be a real heresy. When it comes to your diet, it’s all the same: […]
Are you planning to travel by bike but have questions about safety? In this detailed guide, I’ll give you my essential advice on preparation, the equipment you need and the behavior you should adopt to guarantee safe cycling. Pre-departure preparation Technical bike check Before setting off, it’s essential to check your bike: make sure there […]
Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or new to the Little Queen, spending a few hours in the saddle can be hard on the body. In this article, before you get on your bike and after a ride, discover my tips on how to best prepare your body before you ride and then relax it post-ride. […]
In this article, I present the Raidlight Ultralight 12L trail bag, which I was able to test on all types of outings: short, long, training. It’s a unisex bag, but also suitable for women. It’s lightweight, functional and high-performance, with one major advantage: it’s Made in France. Video summary Opinion summary I liked I liked […]
Although traveling alone by bike can be frightening at first, it’s an extraordinary experience that can be full of surprises, provided you’re well prepared. Here’s my advice to help you get started! The fears of solo travel Loneliness One of the biggest obstacles to solo cycling is the fear of loneliness. Yet you never meet […]
This final stretch, the last week before a race, should enable you to stock up on energy and ensure good hydration and optimal digestive comfort on race day. Let’s take a look at the different phases of this last week before your race, and the foods you should and shouldn’t eat. Keep in mind! The […]
In this section, I take you on a tour of my favorite mental preparation tools! Today, the spotlight is on breathing, with Léane’s story. Léane was 37 when she came to see me to prepare for the 100 kilometers of Millau. She already has a dozen marathons under her belt, but this is the first […]
In June, I completed my first ultra road bike race: the Race Across France (RAF) 300. I’m taking you with me on this adventure between Malaucène and Mandelieu la Napoule, a 300 km bike ride with 6,000 m of ascent. Candice’s video interview Listen to the podcast interview Why RAF 300? The idea had been […]
Whether you’re an avid hiker, trail runner or seasoned cyclist, it’s crucial to look after your energy balance to stay in top form. This article is for you, and will talk about an important but often misunderstood syndrome: RED-S (Relative Energy Deficit in Sport). Take a few minutes to find out how it can affect […]