Candice Baroux

Candice Baroux
A resident of Annecy for 3 years, Candice is a yoga teacher, globe trotter and cycling enthusiast ever since she took her family around the world on a tandem at the age of 7. Photo: @zag_pictures

Articles

My Embrunman story: 16 hours to become EmbrunWoman
By Candice Baroux

After sharing my preparation for the Embrunman with you, it’s time for the moment of truth! Immerse yourself in my account of the Embrunman 2025 race: a 16:15 epic between the lake of Embrun, the Izoard pass and an emotionally-charged marathon to become EmbrunWoman on this mythical XXL triathlon. If you’re interested, before this article […]

My preparation for the Embrunman: 9 months to become an EmbrunWoman
By Candice Baroux

After needing to disconnect, I decided to take on the biggest challenge of my life: the Embrunman 2025. It’s often referred to as France’s toughest triathlon. Between excitement and apprehension, here’s the story of my 9-month preparation to become EmbrunWoman, from choosing a coach to reconnoitring the mythical Col de l’Izoard. Why choose the Embrunman […]

Alpe d’Huez L Triathlon report: the 21 turns adventure
By Candice Baroux

After a previous year devoted to cycling with my first Étape du Tour, I was keen to get back into triathlon. I was looking for a nice goal to continue the progression in my sporting challenges from year to year. My old coach whispered in my ear that the long version of the Alpe d’Huez […]

A 48-hour bikepacking tour of Mont Blanc
By Candice Baroux

Three years after taking my first steps on a road bike, it was time to embark on my first cycling trip. Living in Annecy, the Mont Blanc tour appealed to me because of its proximity and beauty. On the menu, 350km with 8,500m D+, a great outing that we decided to complete with a friend […]

Stretching for cyclists – My yoga routine
By Candice Baroux

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. […]

Report on my 1st Ultra bike race – The Race Across France (RAF) 300
By Candice Baroux

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 […]

Annecy – Embrun in 2 days by road bike
By Candice Baroux

A long weekend on the calendar, an ultra-cycling race to prepare, two friends with a thirst for adventure: all the ingredients for a great pannier bike ride. I’m taking you on board this journey between Annecy and Embrun, which took us up some of the Alps’ most emblematic mountain passes (it wasn’t easy!). D-1 – […]