olympics

Author Max Glaskin investigates the scientific theory behind bike riding. Use his observations and advice to get fitter and faster

It’s a sport in itself, but you don’t need a singlet or gold-medal aspirations to benefit from increased power, mobility and speed

The work the rower put in to clinch her second Olympic gold medal with coxless partner Heather Stanning

His victory was 12 years in the making

London 2012’s legacy – getting you off the sofa

The Games require more than superhuman athletes. Behind every successful Olympian there’s probably some incredible piece of kit

The 2004 Olympic gold medallist on how he got a fast start in life

The noble Olympics have dabbled with some bizarre events down the years

Plus, Olympic training tips from the greats

Training three times a day, plenty of three threes and in bed by 8pm – that’s how Kelly got a place on Team GB