"I had no idea how much suffering was involved in cycling - it's a totally different aspect to other sports. There are simpler, more traditional ways to increase stamina, such as intensive physical training, targeted nutrition and correct practice in recovery. But Staiano says: "Athletes who are already maxed out in their physical training can turn to these new areas of gains. British cyclist Alex Dowsett, a time-trial specialist with Katusha Alpecin, did break the hour record, four months after Bobridge's failed attempt. "It's one of the best feelings in the world and the suffering and pain just seem to disappear.

Source: BBC February 20, 2019 00:01 UTC