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EQUALITY IN SPORTS.

Let me tell you about one of my favorite moments when riding my bike outside! It’s passing by young girls. It’s this brief eye contact, a smile, the look on their faces when they realize I am a girl just like them.

My first role models in cycling were women I didn’t know, racing a local bike race in my town. I saw them and fell immediately in love with what they were doing. Cycling. They looked so empowered, so fast and free. I was like struck by lightning. I wanted to do this, too⚡️

We need rolemodels. On the streets and on TV. The fact that the price money for the male race at Saturday’s @omloophetnieuwsbladofficial in Belgium was over 16 times as much as the female’s price money shows how inequality is a huge issue.

The replies to the share pics in my story of @internationelles were overwhelming. The majority agrees with me. It makes us angry and sad. It’s almost unbelievable and needs to be changed. ✊🏽

Nevertheless, there are still people who replied and explained me why this is the case and or why I cannot compare the price money. “Women show their boobs and get more attention than men” or “what about actors or musicians - the money there is not fair either” or “there are just not enough viewers for the women’s races and therefore no sponsors and therefore the price money difference”.

Don’t even get me started on this. How can there be an equal viewership if there have not been the same amount of races since AGES? The media, the classics races and the industry have been focused on men.

And how can more women get into the sport when the jobs cannot cover a living wage? 🤯

The answer lies in society, in the industry, in the organization of national and international cycling unions and in each and every one of us. Let’s embrace diversity and equality in cycling. It’s a long process and I but I believe with time, patience and lots of work on all ends, there will be change ✨ Do you?

#womencycling

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Does anyone else feel like the form goes up automatically with the rising temperatures? ☝🏽

It’s true. A lower temperature results in denser air, meaning increased air resistance, and also causes tire rolling resistance to increase. It is therefore no surprise that predicted speeds are slightly lower when the temperature is lower, and the difference is about 0.2 km/h for a 5°C decrease. If there is a heatwave and temperatures are warmer then riding speeds would be predicted to be faster too (source ridefar.info) 👉🏽 this means the warmer the air, the faster we are!

And if anything, my mind also plays a huge role. Some days I just want to get the training done. But these days I feel like I could keep on riding from sunrise till sunset. And then go again the next day. (Ok, maybe it's also because of the new bike 🤷🏼‍♀️)

Anyway, just wanted to say: nice meeting you, spring 👋🏾

Come back soon for more rides in bib shorts! Looking forward for long sessions on the weekend (no matter the temperature) and grabbing lots of coffees in the sun soon ☕️

#lovemywilier

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“Hey Wiebke, how’s the new bike?”

It’s like 21 degrees Celsius in February. Unreal and magical.

Sun beams so warm and bike so fly that all the dark and cold feels long, long ago.

Even though training camp is cancelled and I have no plans or events for 2021 yet - I feel so thankful and full of energy for what’s to come!

Working on a more detailed report about the set up and all. But first: I have to ride more and get all the vitamin d and climbs in I possibly can.

Feeling free & alive 💥

📸 @kaytuschen
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IT'S A FRESH START 💥

Happy and thankful to announce that I teamed up with @wiliertriestina for the next years. It's all about following my passion for cycling and adventure, about learning and growing as a cyclist, about representing women in cycling, about fast and stunning bikes, about engaging and connecting with others and sharing my story!

Cycling is not only about performance, watts and speed. It’s also about experiencing one’s true self, to chasing new horizons, finding a safe space outdoors. It's about nature, fresh air, rain, sun and wind. It's about self-empowerment and freedom. It's colorful and always new.

Super excited to be here, to be given this opportunity to explore all of this in cycling and to continue to take you along on this journey.

Find something you love and stick to it like glue ❤️

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Welcome home, baby 🥰

#newbikeday #lovemywilier #campagnolo #schwalbetires #wintercycling #roadbike #womencycling #femalecyclist #ridelots #happy #wilierfamily #bikesofinstagram #letsplay @wiliertriestina @schwalbetires @campagnolosrl @ryzon_apparel @zweiradjoos Werbung/Ad

Vielen Dank @k_ridesabike für die Bilder 📸🤳

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“In any given moment, we have two choices: step forward into growth or step backward into safety.” (Maslow)

In times where races are still fantasy, I find it challenging to push myself to the maximum. I don't feel quite ready. I have a million excuses why the training has not been perfect enough lately.

But here is the deal: I am never ready until I actually do it. Truth is, how should I know if I was ready if I haven't tried? You only know where you are at, when you seek the boundaries.

My biggest learning running the 5km test was: I CAN push myself. Mini race recap 👉🏽 the first 3km felt good while the last 2km felt super hard.

I didn't run for any prize, I didn't even run to hit a PB. I ran for the feelings of excitement and exhaustion. For the journey itself. For proving myself that I gave my best and to appreciate the whole process.

Remember that the process is more important than reaching the goal. It gives us purpose and a sense of what we are training for 🙃

☀️

#running #joggen #triathlon #trilife #tri365 #runninggirl #sportmotivation #fitspo #motivation #runlots #ridelots #racelots #race #sports #sportyspice #trackandfield #5krun

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REST DAYS & PERIOD TALK

It’s rest week – and it’s the first half of my cycle. Here is why I care about this:

Syncing my period to my training allows me to…
☝🏽learn more about my body
☝🏽listen to my body & my energy levels
☝🏽avoid overtraining
☝🏽fuel sufficiently
☝🏽maximize my training benefits

As much as training is important, so is recovery. As much as a healthy training routine is important, so is a healthy cycle.

But both require some work and consciousness.

After two or three weeks of a structured training, I really enjoy breaking up the pattern and rhythm and have a week off, shifting the focus and taking out the intensity. This rhythm also allows us women to plan out our training according to our period.

Here is the rough plan that I try to follow:

👉🏽 Phase one: first to the last day of my period (days 1-5) (Moderate) endurance sessions to reduce symptoms, increased HIIT and strength training to build muscle
👉🏽 Phase two: from the end of my period until just before ovulation (days 6-14) maximize strength training but also focus on recovery, slowly increase endurance trainings
👉🏽 Phase three: from ovulation until your hormones start to drop, usually lasts 9 days (days 15-23) increasing endurance trainings and longer sessions outside. Generally, all trainings are beneficial here
👉🏽 Phase four: the days just before your period (days 24-28) any form of exercise is good, if I suffer from PMS I prefer light intensity exercise

Reality check: My period is NOT always on time.

My goal is to have the ideal month of 3 weeks of training (building up through phase 1-3) and one rest week (phase 4). If my period is late, this does not always work out. It is quite difficult to sync it perfectly. But the goal should not be perfection here. The goal is to adapt. To listen to the body nevertheless, to accept that we are no robots that function 100 % all the time.

So what do I do?

Continues in comments.

#periodtalk #empowerment #femalecyclist #womeninsports #strongerthanyouthink #cyclelife #happybleeding

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Snow and ice were fun. Can I pleeeease have spring now? 🌱

Two good news for us in South Germany:

First 👉🏽 Sun rises one minute earlier everyday

Second 👉🏽 Sun sets TWO minutes later everyday

YAY!

Did you know that?

Have a great Tuesday 🔥

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〰️ off to new horizons 〰️

New year, new grounds, new chapter.

Beyond happy to join the Project Horizon and continue my story of adventures, nature and cycling with amazing support by @ryzon_apparel.

It’s more than new kits, it’s a common passion for new places, boundless freedom and fresh air. Exploring the outside while exploring the inside. Going a step further, being fearless, experiencing the planet’s pure beauty and inspiring others to do so, too.

This is exciting and new. Yet it feels like coming home. Home to the world of triathlon. Home to a place where adventure and endurance sport is united. Because in the end, it’s about experiencing myself and being in the moment.

🪐

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Just living day by day without any plans is one of the greatest advantages of traveling by bike. Wake up, ride, eat, sleep, repeat. No appointments, no pressure to show up at parties, no plans.

Sounds familiar? Yeah and no.

Home office is kind of similar: wake up, study, eat, sleep, repeat. No appointments, no meetings with friends (maybe online), no big events to look forward to.

The winter blues did hit me. I do struggle to act like everything is "normal". Because it is not. To perform well at uni, to stay creative, to stay motivated in sports without much human-in-person-interaction, appreciation and support is tough.

This week I realized that (after having two weeks off for the holidays) my training plan and my coach are huge gamechangers for me. @c2_energize helps me to get on top of my workouts every day and every week. Setting realistic goals and challenging myself to complete my training helps me to stay focussed. In the end the sport makes me happy because it makes me stronger. It's a way to empower my own body & mind, to stay fit, healthy and engaged with myself.

In days of so little structure, this plan is the kind of perfect external motivation that I need. To stop arguing with myself and just get my as* up and train is such a relief and the ideal support in times of spatial distancing and overthinking.

If you can relate and/or if you are looking for some extra support for your training don't hesitate shoot a message to @c2_energize aka @christian_weich. Also talk to friends who you can help you and who understand. Committing to a training plan can be really helpful to make the most of this difficult time 🙌🏼

Stay active, you guys 😘

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Merry Christmas, friends 🌲💫

Have a safe and peaceful time on your 🛋 or on your 🚴🏽, appreciate what you have and spread love to those around you or those you are in touch with 🙏🏽

This year I am celebrating with my almost 90 years old grandma, trying to treat her like she treated me all those years for Christmas ✨. Due to COVID-19 there won’t be other visitors in her house. I chose to be with her over being with my mom, siblings, nephew and/or my boyfriend and his family. Also choosing 🛋 over 🚴🏼‍♀️. How about you? How are you spending the next couple of days?

Lots of love from here to you!
Stay warm- especially in the ❤️

#covidlife #bikelife #nofestive500thisyear #tvandchill #grandmasfirst #bikersofinstagram #christmas #gravelbike #femalecyclist #rideyourbike #staysafe #cyclingphotos

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When climbs get steep, when the mood is low, when we run out of peanut butter, or when it’s just a rainy day, I know I can count on you @kaytuschen!

Thank you for being my better half in a year of few plans, uncertainties, long distances, good and less good days. Thanks for your patience, the freedom and trust in our relationship. Thanks for letting me do my thing and for supporting me wherever you can. Thanks for taking photos and not getting (too) mad at me when I request to take just a few more in the middle of an exhausting climb. Thanks for getting into biketouring with me. Thanks for being you! ❤️

I’m your biggest fan and always will be 🥰

Sorry, that we only have acceptable photos in bib shorts in 2020 🤷🏼‍♀️

😘 @kaytuschen

#bikenomad #travelbybike #biketour #worldbybike #gravelbike #cyclinglife #cyclingshots #bikelife #bikelove #bikeporn #gravel #explorebybike #adventurecycling

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What a ride!

2020 was wild. I got to become part of this great @8barteam gravel gang, @strava says I went on over 200 rides, rode about 11.000 km and spent over 460 hours on the bike. Enjoyed every second of it.

Life's not all about kilometers, but more about the people! In 2020 I got to meet many bad-ass, inspiring and caring folks! Some offline, many online. Time to say THANKS, GUYS! Thanks for engaging, for speaking up, for encouraging each other, for following along and for sharing your personal stories with me. It's been super wonderful. Okay, super wonderful is maybe a bit corny. But it was! SUPER! WONDERFUL! 🥰

Thank you @stefan8bar and @8barbikes for changing and shaping my bike-life-balance for good since 2018. I won't forget the amazing days with all of you behind the @8barbikes team 🙏🏽

To be well equipped and to represent cool brands are huge privileges for me. Big thanks also @schwalbetires, @dtswiss, @sellesanmarco, @ortlieb_waterproof, @met_helmets, @albaoptics, @wahoofitnessofficial and @adidas_de for supporting me! Behind these brands are many hard working people which some of them I got to meet in person. I am your true fan, convinced by your values and your hard work. I appreciate the trust you offered me. Thanks for all the communication, the openess to topics about females in sports, about competition, about social media and more. ❤️

I am very thankful and also sad to say good-bye to some of my lovely sponsors.

2021 will be about new adventures, new sponsors, new bikes and new challenges. But now, I will go on reminiscing about this rollercoaster of a year. Stay safe (and tuned) 😘

#top9of2020 #femalecyclist #yearinsport #bikelife #instacycling #cycling #gravelbike #roadbike #triathlon #ciclismo #cyclingmemories #cyclingshots #fahrradliebe #fromwhereiride #cyclinglife #thankyoucycling

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1 day, 1 night, 1 camp spot, 1 fire, 1 winter overnighter 🌙 ⛺️

@veloclaudi and I left the city for a night in the woods. We made some yummy pasta by the fire place and fell asleep in our tents. We didn’t plan much. We didn’t aspect much. But we enjoyed every moment of it.

All we needed for this 24 hours trip was:

- a bike
- a tent
- a matt
- 2 sleeping bags each (just in case)
- a stove & pot, spoon, cup
- one set of clothes to change for the night
- lights
- food and water
- hygiene items 🪥
- @ortlieb_waterproof bikepacking bags
- @wahoofitnessofficial for navigation
- money, ID and power bank
- tools and extra tube

It was a short but sweet bikepacking adventure. We cycled a 100km loop to one of the coolest camp sites I’ve been to so far 👉🏽 big shout out to @mycabin.eu 😍

Have you done any overnighters during the cold time of the year? 🤩

Stay safe and healthy 🙏🏽

#wintercycling #bikelife #fitspo #exploremore #slowtravel #bikepacking #bikelove #bikenomad #biketour #overnighter #femalecyclist #rideyourbike #travelbybike #explorer #bikewanderer #biketocamp

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Two of my favorite companions (next to my bikes) of 2020: my @aevor bikepack and Myshelter from @adidas_de ☂️💨

10/10 for this light and stylish commuter 🎒- especially when I have to carry a laptop with me (which is kind of impossible with usual bikepacking bags). I used it on trips up to 130km by bike and for endless short distance commutes - which for both it feels really comfortable and easy on my back.

10/10 for the Adidas Myshelter parka, always keeping me dry and in style - on and off the bike, even in the rainiest fall of all times. Many pockets, comfortable length, extra wide for a good fit on the city bike. 🙋🏼‍♀️

Shout out and cheers
to @aevor x @adidas_de! 🤜🏽🤛🏽

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3 THINGS I LEARNED FROM RACING TRIATHLONS

1) RACING MAKES YOU FASTER. Of course we train to become faster, but racing makes us faster, too. You can train as much as you want, but in the end racing is a whole different story. It's about being well rested, about the right pacing, the right fueling, the right mind-set, etc. To deliver a new PB (personal best) a race is always a good choice. Having almost no races in 2020, I feel like I it was harder to improve my speed. But let's see what 2021 will bring!

2) EATING ENOUGH IS 🔑. This is true for any endurance athlete, but especially women. We are taught to be more careful about the amount of calories we take in. But when I train for instance 10-15 hours every week, I also have to add ~1000 kcal every day (depends on my training intensity, etc. but generally speaking it’s more than one meal extra a day compared to a "normal person"!). Make sure the calories have enough protein and healthy fats besides all the carbs you need. If you eat too little, you put your immune system and body at risk! ✖️

3) SLOW RIDES & RUNS MATTER. When you build up for the season, it is important to see the whole picture. You cannot train on a high intensity 365 days a year. Generally in winter: take it easy! Focus on technique and efficiency. Listen to your body. When it's tired, take time to recover, be kind to yourself. The most important rule for any sport is: have fun! This is true for everybody, no matter if rookie or pro athlete. When you have a positive attitude towards your body, training and sport you will succeed!

What are your lesson(s) learned from racing? 🙋🏼‍♀️🤓

#trigirl #swimbikerun #cyclinglife #roadcycling #triathlon #instacycling #wintercycling #cyclingstories #cyclinglove #bikelife #cyclist #bike #trilife #triteam #cyclingshots #bicicleta

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It’s not only my favorite bike podcast at the moment, it’s also really cool to be given the opportunity to talk about some stuff in more detail and length with the wonderful and inspiring @johanna_jahnke 🥰 #superexciting

We talked about my trips by bike, my gravel experiences and some insights of what it’s like to be thrown into the “(female) bike blogger” role.

It’s in German 👉🏽 check it out 👉🏽 Link in bio ✌🏽

If you speak German and you find the time to listen to it, pleeease let me know what you think. What topics interest you the most? It’s actually super weird for me to listen to myself speak - so kinda need some feedback! 🙏🏽 (how do you always do that, Johanna?🤯)

Over and out! Happy riding 😘🥰

Photo by @kaytuschen ❤️
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in cycling there are many people
but not everybody is equal

we fight for more coverage in the media
‘cause where are the ladies? I can’t see ya

while models want to “make cycling sexy”
I wonder is that a disgrace or a victory?

cycling‘s diversity is super powerful
cyclists are of course very colourful

in discipline, in gender, in heritage
it is important to spread that image

so that everybody can find their hero
and become like them for real though

I wish for more biking instead of judging
and more cheering and lots of loving

does it sound too cheesy for you?
okay, let’s hear what you think is true

maybe laughing and humor could be the solution
just sayin’, bikes are cool and prevent pollution

this poem is my way to deal with it
maybe you like it, maybe it was shit

#poetonabike

Photo @faebs.engel 🥰

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Dear Jule,

the happiest, sunniest and funniest birthday to you, my @8barteam gravel partner in crime @radelmaedchen 🥰

Thank you for making this summer unforgettable fun, for deep talks, for super long rides,stunning sunsets on the bike, and for inspiring me to explore new worlds of cycling 🤍

To many more adventures, many more beautiful gravel routes, starry night overnighters, always delicious food in your food pouch, cake stops and of course tons of ice cream!

Big hugs x

Wiebke

#girlswhoride #cyclingshots #lifeisbetterinbibshorts #rideyourbike #bikenomad #bikelife #cyclingphotos #cyclinglife #gravel #gravelbike #gravelride #gravellife #sustainability #slowtravel #outsideisfree #bikepacking #bike #bici #fahrrad #womencycling

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It's my 4 years sober anniversary 🥳
4 years filled w/ bikes & racing triathlons 🥳🥳
Including the biggest biketrip of my life 🥳🥳🥳

In 2013 I was 19 years old - I went straight from school to uni, I was a student who enjoyed drinking, dancing and parties. A wine here, a shot there, a beer then. Just like everybody in my student bubble did. I wouldn't consider myself a heavy drinker back then. But it was regular, occasional drinking. Something that I thought was "normal".

In 2016, in the middle of my Erasmus semester in Spain, I decided to quit. I still went dancing & clubbing. But sober. I also started planning a bike ride or a long run at least once on the weekend. I changed a small habit but did not realize that I also changed my lifestyle. The focus shifted slowly. I returned from my exchange year, joined a local triathlon club and started to fall in love with racing.

Today I feel like, I have more power than before, more control and fewer downs. It was maybe one of the best decisions of my life. Thanks to the friends who stayed, the family who supports me and the sport that gives me room explore myself on a deeper level than drinking. 🙏🏽

Thanks @pedalingheroine for the inspiration of this #transformationtuesday 🥳

#bikelife #tri365 #rideyourbike #sober #soberlifestyle #nobooze #lovemylife #cyclingshots #womenempowerment #womeninsports #femaleathlete #happylife #soberlife

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