Why Recommendations Based on Bike Cops Are Flawed By Coach Fred Matheny The most controversial presentation at the SICI conference was given by Steve Schrader, Ph.D., from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). In his talk titled “Sex and Saddles — What’s the Problem and the Fix?” Schrader reviewed the literature on cycling and…
By Steven M. Schrader, Ph.D. Reproductive Health Assessment National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health It is truly disappointing that this is merely an opinion piece without any data. Coach Fred failed to mention the 10% improvement in feeling in the penis (assuming as he indicates losing genital sensation is bad, then restoring it should…
By Fred Matheny There can be a conflict between results of lab studies versus real-world experience. Often, the researchers conclude one thing while clinicians and coaches find the opposite to be true. This conflict between scientific conclusions and a real cyclist’s performance on the road was clearly shown in a series of biomechanical studies undertaken…
You’ve developed strength in the weight room, you’re interval training, and you’re fired up to compete in the local time trial or triathlon. Your power is good but you’re worried if your aero position is as sleek as it could be. You’ve seen the pros’ aero position (photo) on their TT bike and want to look…
By Alan Bragman, D.C. It was a warm, picture perfect day in early October and a group of us were going to do hill intervals on Pebblebrook Road. This road has about 350-400 feet of steady elevation gain over 2 miles, and is about 10 miles from my home. As I rode to meet the…
