Newsletter Issue No. 1099
December 14, 2023
Anti-Aging: I’m Bummed
By Coach John Hughes
Yesterday I went to the Y; my first time in a gym since the start of the pandemic. Argh. Despite working out in my home gym I’ve lost strength.
I’m reminded of the saying, “He who represents himself in court has a client for a fool.” He who coaches himself… Read more.
How to Safely Put Bicycles in Clamping Repair Stands
Jim’s Tech Talk
By Jim Langley
Thanks for your great comments on last week’s Tech Talk about bicycle repair stands that lift bikes for you with a counterweight or electric motor-driven system. These are a relatively new type of repair stand. While most of them are significantly more expensive than repair stands without a lift-assist feature, they may be worth the investment if you work on heavier bikes, such as ebikes. Or if for some reason, it’s difficult for you to lift bikes. Read more.
Nathan Sports Hypernight Stealth Jacket (men’s and women’s versions) – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum
Say goodbye to the annoying “swish, swish, swish” sound that accompanies most windbreakers, as the Nathan Sports’ Hypernight Stealth Jacket eliminates any noise. Packed with a range of impressive features, it is available in both women’s and men’s versions, with the women’s version even featuring a convenient hole in the hood for ponytails. Read more.
Quick Tip: Using Your CO2 Cartridge on a Ride
CO2 cartridges can be a quick and convenient way to get back on the road after a flat, but there are a few things to look out for to make sure you don’t accidentally get stranded.
How long to wait after eating to work out?
QUESTION: How long should I wait after eating to work out? I often ride or lift weights in the evenings after dinner, because that works best with my work schedule. – Rob F
RBR ANSWER: The answer varies depending on what kind and intensity of exercise you are talking about. Read more.
How Can I Keep My Face From Freezing During Winter Cycling?
Question: I don’t mind bicycle riding in cold weather, but I can’t keep my face warm. Shoe covers work for my feet and heavy gloves keep my hands toasty. But my chin and cheeks freeze. I wear a “skull cap” under my cycling helmet. Any ideas? — Barry M. Read more.
Anti-Aging E-Book
Anti-Aging: 12 Ways You Can Slow the Aging Process, by Coach John Hughes, incorporates the latest research and most of it is new material not published.
The book explains how to get the most benefit from your endurance rides and the importance of strength training. It has sample training plans to increase your annual riding miles and to build up to rides of 25-, 50-, 100- and 200-miles. The book explains why intensity training is important, the pros and cons of gauging intensity using rate of perceived exertion, heart rate and power. It includes how to do intensity exercise and different intensity workouts. It integrates endurance and intensity training into an annual plan for optimal results.
Other Cool Stuff to Read
Men’s Journal: NYC landlords pump the brakes on e-bikes
Cycling Weekly: A love letter to my 12-year-old Garmin
Prospect Magazine: Mindful life: Why I love cycling with a group of middle aged men
KHOU: Bicyclists demand action as Houston nears cyclist death record
VeloNews: Continuous Lactate Monitors are Poised to Reshape Pro Cycling
Question of the Week
Do you carry a pump or CO2 cartridges when you ride?
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