Question: I'm 6-foot-5, 180 pounds, 10% body fat, 46 years old. Is it a rational objective to lose weight to become a better climber? I love to eat, so it's hard to avoid the goodies -- especially if depriving myself won't help me improve. -- Doug S. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Weight loss when you already have a low body fat percentage can be tricky. It's tempting to think … [Read more...] about Should a Lean Rider Lose More Weight?
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Where Does My Ammonia Odor Come From?
Question: Last year I began doing intense indoor training intervals. I noticed a very strong ammonia smell moments after the end of the workout. Then I read in your column that this smell is a sign of overtraining and cannibalizing muscles. Yikes! How much time do I need to take off the bike once I notice this smell? -- Lex G. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: An ammonia smell … [Read more...] about Where Does My Ammonia Odor Come From?