Articles

With Alex Howes

Former WorldTour pro Alex Howes shares how he’s training for the grueling 200-mile Unbound gravel race, drawing on years of elite road and dirt racing experience.

By First Endurance

The new EFS and EFS-PRO High Carb formulas are engineered to deliver more fuel and more electrolytes with less bellyache than their predecessors (and, incidentally, than any other hydration mixes). But why have a standard and a PRO?

With Cynisca Cycling

Named after a Spartan princess, Cynisca Cycling brings fierce ambition to the pro circuit—racing hard, promoting equality, and shaping the future of women’s cycling.

With  Robert Britton and Andrew “Lespy” L’Esperance

Rob & Andrew tackled the grueling 800km 2025 Absa Cape Epic together for the first time. Through heat, fatigue, and tough terrain, smart prep and teamwork carried them to the finish—bringing back hard-earned lessons and shared pride.

By Holly Breck

First Endurance rider Holly Breck shares her breakthrough win at the notoriously tough Redlands Bicycle Classic. 

Coach and former XTERRA World Champion Josiah Middaugh teaches time-crunched athletes to train smart—targeted sessions, balanced disciplines, and non-negotiable recovery.

Hot Tubes Development Team has been a standout presence in junior elite cycling races across the U.S. since the early ’90s, known for producing national champions and future pros. They're also helping grow the sport in North America—powered by First Endurance.

By Jennifer A. Kurtz, PhD, CSCS, CISSN, EP-C

Endurance athletes focus on speed, strength, and fueling strategies, but gut health is often overlooked. Dr. Jennifer Kurtz reveals how digestion impacts performance, mood, and overall well-being.

By Jeff Rocco, MD

Dr. Rocco shares a scientific overview of this latest iteration of PreRace, and talks about his experience with the product as an athlete, as well as tips for getting the most out of PreRace 3.0. 

Tired of cramming down bottle after bottle of carb mix? Wish you could skip the drinking and chewing and just mainline those sweet, sweet carbs directly into your bloodstream? Well, wish no more. Science has caught up with your dreams. 

By Dr. Luke Bucci, PhD

Discover how TeaCrine®, a powerful nootropic, enhances the effects of caffeine and more while keeping your mood elevated and your sleep undisturbed.

By Jennifer Kurtz, PhD, CISSN, CSCS, EP-C

Dr. Kurtz takes a look at specific nutritional strategies that female athletes can take to get the most out of their performance and recovery during the menstrual cycles, including specific carb-intake recommendations and a handful of nutrients that are especially critical for each phase.