Things to try this week

Kuaifit headphones

Whether you are looking for some in-ear coaching or just a bit of riding ‘company’, these wireless Kuaifit headphones may be the answer. The sweat-proof headphones allow you to receive feedback and coaching while riding — especially useful during turbo-trainer sessions, where guidance can boost motivation. There is 8GB of memory

for songs, workouts and

training plans, and a seven-hour battery life will see you through any ride. www.kuai.fit $209

Cycling Science

If you’re a bit of a training geek and enjoy books that cover the ins and outs of cycling fitness in extensive detail, then Cycling Science may well satisfy your cravings. Edited by Stephen Cheung and Movistar coach Mikel Zabala, the hefty tome covers a multitude of areas across training, nutrition and health, with contributions from 43 highly respected cycling coaches. It boasts page after page of in-depth analysis and research into hundreds of topics to help improve your cycling. www.humankinetics.com £22.99

Jackknife

This jackknife routine addresses many of the key core areas needed to improve stability on the bike. ■ Start by lying on your back and raise your feet and arms so they are hovering just above the ground. ■ Bend your knees and hips so that your knees come up to your chest. At the same time, keeping your arms straight, move your arms towards your knees so they overlap. ■ Hold both at the mid point of your body for a second, then lower both down to the starting position without touching the floor. ■ Repeat the exercise for eight repetitions and three sets, increasing or reducing sets and repetitions over time. This can also be done with an exercise ball or with a TRX but with your body facing the floor rather than the ceiling and with your hands on the ground at a 90° angle as support.