cycling sportive

Setting yourself a target is a great way to push yourself to get fitter. Sportives have become massively popular events, a favourite of both novices and seasoned riders. Sportives can take some preparation for though, particularly for beginners. If this sounds like you, read on as we delve in to out top 5 training tips to help you get through your first sportive!

Challenge yourself, but be realistic

If you're just beginning your cycling journey, it can be daunting selecting how far to ride on your first event. Too small a distance and you might not get that warm feeling of success when you finish, too far and you could be sat at the side of the road waiting for a sweeper truck. Once you've got a few rides under your belt, you'll have a better idea of what is a challenge for you to achieve and work up to but is also a realistic goal. Nobody expects a relative novice to knock out a 200-mile sportive at the first attempt, so aim for something longer than you currently feel