By Coach John Hughes RBR Reader Paul writes, “Any way of getting ride of some of those aches and pains associated with aging? I’m only 50 and it’s really starting to get to me. There’s no real pattern to the aches/pains. Sometimes more when I first awake, sometimes starts later in the day. Sometimes muscles,…
By Rick Schultz Power Pro with Mirror | Specialized.com Hot 3-D Printed MIRROR technology “Baby-brother” to the $450 S-WORKS version, for those that don’t need carbon rails Softer material (firm with just the right amount of ‘squishy’) Conforms to your personal anatomical shape, i.e., super comfy Sizes: 143mm & 155mm widths Not Hard to find…
By Coach John Hughes Do your hands go numb when you’re cycling? In the RBR reader survey a few weeks ago, painful or numb hands was the third most frequent problem cited – afflicting 16% of you as your main physical issue on the bike. (While it may not be main issue for most of…
Question: I’m 28 years old, and according to the formula, my maximum heart rate should be 192. I’m in good shape from cycling, hiking and rock climbing, but in spinning class I struggle to reach even 80-85% of max HR. Then I feel sick and almost throw up. What’s the matter with me? — Kay…
Question: Can you explain the difference between inner tubes made of butyl rubber versus latex? Is one choice lighter or more puncture resistant? — Bill W. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Latex tubes are usually lighter than standard butyl tubes, and their fans say they have a “nicer ride.”
By Coach John Hughes I’ve been coaching Elizabeth Wicks since she was “only” 66 years old and helped her to improve with age. In past issues of the RBR newsletter I’ve described her training and progress. She just turned 74 and rode 74 miles to celebrate her birthday. She is retired and lives in Boylston…
