In this episode of the Sportive Outdoor podcast, I spoke to Pauline Corlobé, former top-level BMX athlete and physiotherapist specializing in bike fitting, to find out all about the adjustments you need to make on your bike to get the right position. Listen to the podcast Watch the video interview Episode summary In this episode, […]
In this episode of the Sportive Outdoor podcast, I welcomed Mathilde Sipos, better known under the pseudonym En route Mathilde, to share with us the story of her solo cycling trip from Paris to Budapest. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary Mathilde Sipos, better known on Instagram under the pseudonym “En […]
As the months go by, the sporting year puts the body under constant pressure. Taking an annual break can therefore be very beneficial: I explain why in this article. Why make an annual cut? Endurance sports, such as trail running, give the body little respite. Training hard all year round means exerting a progressive physical […]
In this episode of the special “Portraits of Valais women” series of the La Sportive Outdoor podcast, I interview Valérie Pellissier, a cyclist who founded Val Bike Expérience, which offers guided bikepacking holidays. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary Valérie Pellissier, a former endurance sports competitor, is the central figure in […]
In this episode of the podcast, I spoke to Louisa Moreau about her first ultra bike race, which didn’t go at all as she’d imagined… Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary Louisa Moreau’s first ultra-cycling experience was harder, more intense and more confusing than she had imagined. In this episode, she […]
In this episode of the podcast, I welcome Morgane Jonnier, professional Enduro mountain biker, who crossed Chamonix-Zermatt in five days with her friend Sophie Riva. Watch the video interview Listen to the podcast Episode summary Morgane Jonnier, a professional mountain biker, former gendarme and enthusiast of a life on the move, talks in this episode […]
Long perceived as a male bastion, ultracycling is now undergoing a quiet but determined transformation. In recent years, various organizations have launched initiatives to increase female participation in their events. Initially timid, these actions have grown in scope, and the year 2025 has confirmed this shift with frank and assertive gestures. From the inside, we […]
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 […]
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: […]