I Tried Gym And Bike For 30 Days – The Results Shocked Me

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What if everything you knew about getting stronger on the bike was about to be flipped on its head? Imagine two cyclists: one grinding up a climb in a monster gear at 50 RPM, the other pushing heavy squats in the gym. Both believe their method builds speed — but which one is right? I strength trained in the gym and on the bike... here's what happened. In this episode, we explore Gym vs Bike Strength Work (What Makes You Faster?) in a science-backed showdown. We break down real data on sprint power, endurance, and neuromuscular gains to reveal what truly works. Whether you lift or pedal hard, you’ll walk away with clarity on how to train smarter and get faster. To join our 7 day email full of science-backed knowledge— tailored for cyclists in their 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond go to www.roadmancycling.com/getstrong If you liked this video you will love our other video "Secret To Zone 2 Training - Dose, Frequency & Duration" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt6tF-GwFEw To calculate your tyre pressure you can use our free calculator here https://www.roadmancycling.com/members The podcast wouldn't be possible without our amazing sponsors: 4iiii Ready to elevate your cycling game? Trust the 4iiii PRECISION 3+ Powermeter—precision, performance, and peace of mind, all in one. Learn more by visiting http://www.4iiii.com REAP Custom Carbon Composition Bikes made in the UK. REAP's gravel bike is set to redefine gravel riding with 50mm+ tyre clearance https://reapbikes.com/ Chapters - 0:00 Which Is Best? Strength Training On Or Off The Bike 1:56 Improving Explosive Power 4:21 Improving Power For Endurance Rides 7:53 Are Big Weights Or Big Gears Better? 10:52 Raw Strength & It;s Affect On Your Cycling 12:43 Injuries & Which Type Of Training Is Safer 12:42 The Different Ways To Get High Power 16:00 Practical Takeaways For Every Cyclist