What The Tour De France Does To A Rider’s Body - Cheddar Explains

As far as feats of physical endurance goes, the Tour De France has to be way up there at the top of the list. Pushing your body to the limit for over 2,000 miles across 21 stages, only the fittest athletes make it through the brutality Even the ones who finish have scars to prove it. It’s no surprise many have doped up to get ahead in the past. We’re breaking down what happens inside your body as you compete in the legendary Tour De France. Further reading: Bicycling SB Nation Outside Men’s Journal Business Insider NBC Cycling Weekly The Conversation Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: On Twitter: On Instagram: On :