User Stories
Discovering the Joy of Cycling: My Journey
I took up cycling late, when I was at University and looking for some extra sport. Luckily, I had so much time on my hands that just by aimlessly riding...From Ultra-Gravel to Marathon: My Journey with JOIN
Last week, I completed the Taxandria Ultra Gravel, my first-ever ultra-gravel event. While it's not as grueling as the Tour Divide that Laurens ten Dam recently conquered, tackling 200 miles...Training for Vättern: A 315 km Challenge in Sweden
As a Dutch cyclist living in Sweden, I face a unique and challenging landscape, filled with steep gravel roads and dense forests. Using the JOIN app has transformed my training,...The goal? To get better
I have been training intensively on my bike since August 2022, first on my own and from November 2022 with JOIN. In short, 20 months, in my previous blogs I...How to apply Frequency First when travelling for work?
We are all cycling enthusiasts, but only a few of us are professional cyclists. Especially when you have to travel for work, maintaining your cycling level is a challenge. You...My road to the biggest race of my life: Garmin Unbound Gravel
Garmin Unbound Gravel: For most avid gravel lovers, this is the pinnacle of gravel racing. Of course, the UCI now has the official world cup, but a lot of fans…
My Journey To and With JOIN
Exactly one year ago, in February 2023, I started using JOIN cycling. Before that, my primary sport was trail running, with a bit of cycling on rest days (frequency first!)....Flu? Being sick and cycling, does that go together?
It’s official; the flu is back. And so, I found myself sniffling, coughing, and laid out sick under the covers. Did you read my previous blog about “taking rest on…
Performance test for an accurate FTP
The workout in JOIN is based on your FTP. There are a lot of factors that can affect your FTP in a positive way (for example: structured training, combined with…
Why I switched to the JOIN Cycling app?
If you are a highly competitive cyclist like me, then you are always looking for that extra marginal gain. Whether it’s that freshly waxed chain/aero helmet saving you a handful…