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Cycling in all weathers – A practical guide to adapting to the weather
By Nathalie Baillon

Many cyclists are reluctant to go out when the weather turns fickle. Rain, wind, cold or heat, each weather condition presents its own specific challenges. Understanding the impact of outdoor conditions on the body, so you can adapt your equipment, manage your effort and adjust your diet, means you can train safely and enjoyably outdoors […]

Trail School: learning to run better, not necessarily more, with Mirabelle Coinus
By Laurène Philippot

In this episode of the podcast, I welcomed Mirabelle Coinus, a coach with the Ecole de Trail label, to talk to us about this method and her approach to training. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary A sports coach and teacher of adapted physical activity, Mirabelle Coinus is a certified École […]

Walking to the rhythm of the yaks with Rosula Blanc [Portraits of Valais women] [Portraits de Valais
By Laurène Philippot

In this podcast episode, I welcome Rosula Blanc, a shepherdess – caravaneer who walks with her yaks and organizes trekking tours with them in the Valais region of Switzerland. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary Rosula Blanc lives in the Val d’Hérens, in the Swiss canton of Valais, surrounded by her […]

Reinventing your sport over the years with Annick Pfetzinger
By Laurène Philippot

In this episode of the podcast, I welcome the bubbly Annick Pfetzinger, a versatile sportswoman always ready for adventure! Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary At 64, Annick Pfetzinger embodies a passion for sport that knows no bounds. A former French and history-geography teacher, she devoted over twelve years toultra-trail running, […]

Test Brooks Cascadia Elite – Performance trail shoe
By Laurène Philippot

Here’s my preview test of the Brooks Cascadia Elite, a performance-oriented trail shoe that already equips elite athletes but will be officially released in March 2026. Here’s my opinion as an amateur sportswoman after taking it out on the trails! Test video summary My summary What I liked What I liked less How do you […]

Tips for getting started with automatic pedals
By Laurène Philippot

Automatic pedals are often the biggest source of stress for beginner cyclists! With Joséphine from Giant Strasbourg, we explain step by step how to get started without apprehension, with the right gestures and reflexes. Our video tips for getting started with car pedals Understanding the principle of automatic pedals First of all, a quick reminder: […]

How about making peace with our failures?
By Sandra Holtz

If you feel that “failure” is a dirty word, that you think you “should” get everything right all the time, then this article might be of interest to you 😊 What do the champions have to say? To succeed, you have to know how to fail. At the risk of stagnating or even regressing. Doubt […]

Hiking in Norway’s Jotunheimen with Anne-Lise Collet
By Laurène Philippot

In this podcast episode, I welcome Anne-Lise Collet, who tells us about her hiking experience in Norway’s Jotunheimen National Park. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary Micronutritionist, naturopath and adventure enthusiast Anne-Lise Collethiked Norway’s Jotunheimen National Park with her family. She tells us about her itinerary, her practical advice and the […]

A short history of sexism in sport
By Léa Barnel

Although it’s not until modern times that we talk about sport in the way we do today, men have been trying to keep women out of sport since ancient times. I’ve put together a little summary of the history of sexism in sport, illustrated with some of the comics I’ve drawn, all with love and […]