By Coach John Hughes Several weeks ago I wrote a column on Anti-Aging: Research on Longevity. I just read about a new large scale study on the effects of sitting too much. Many of us spend most of our time sitting down. Other than doing a few chores I’ve been sitting all morning. As we…
By Rick Schultz Analysis of Alex Dowsett 11/03/2021 Hour Record attempt. Alex fell short of Victor Campenaerts’ hour record by 534 meters (1,752 ft). Alex rode 54.555 km (33.8989 miles) in one hour while Victor (setting the world record in April of 2019) rode 55.089 km (34.2307 miles) in one hour. Let’s analyze the rides…
By Rick Schultz Price MSRP: $109 Source: Voler websites, Team’s Sponsor Colors: Multi Features: Great value for bib shorts How Obtained: Purchased 5 years ago, $49 Summary: Unbelievably L O N G Lasting Peloton Bibs Features Adequate Pad = a good 2-hour wear Can’t wear them out Stitching still 100% intact Not’s I prefer the…
By Coach John Hughes This may seem like an irrelevant recommendation to cyclists. You have no problem staying on your bike, right? Here’s why that isn’t sufficient: Balancing on a bike is a learned skill. Beginners are very wobbly, but as you become proficient you learn to ride a straight line. The gyroscopic forces are…
By Coach John Hughes I just read about new research showing that exercise is more important than weight loss for good health and longevity. In a recent column on Why You Can’t Just Pedal Off the Pounds I made these points:
