QUESTION: How much does sleep affect my ability to ride and recover? I have a busy schedule and rarely get more than 6 hours a night. Do I need more? -- Sarah M. RBR ANSWER: Different people need different amounts of sleep in order to recover from the routine activities of daily life. If you're also training or even riding recreationally, you'll almost certainly need to … [Read more...] about How Much Sleep Do I Need?
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Best Fans for Indoor Bike Trainers
By Chris Honett Indoor bike trainers are naturally convenient for a variety of reasons. At the same time, cycling inside can present it’s own challenges. One common concern is how to stay cool without the wind (literally) at one’s back. Here’s a roundup of some fans we might suggest to help keep the temperatures down when you’re training inside: … [Read more...] about Best Fans for Indoor Bike Trainers
Vitamin B12: One Supplement You May Need
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. In the last year, I have seen two experienced cyclists who suffered recurrent numbness and tingling of their hands when they rode long distances. Both had low blood levels of vitamin B12 and one was cured by taking 1000 mcg per day of vitamin B12 pills, the other by eating fish. … [Read more...] about Vitamin B12: One Supplement You May Need
Quick Review: Honey Stinger PLUS+ Performance Chews and Protein Waffles
By Sheri Rosenbaum Honey Stinger recently introduced two new products to their sports nutrition line. One is PLUS+ Performance Chews with caffeine and the other is a Protein Waffle. I took both products with on a recent 65-mile ride in 90-degree heat and about the same level of humidity. … [Read more...] about Quick Review: Honey Stinger PLUS+ Performance Chews and Protein Waffles
Ask the Coach: Coming Back From Surgery, Injury or Illness
By Coach John Hughes Rob writes, “I’ve been a RBR reader for years and have appreciated your writings during that time. “I am now 66 and was a moderate distance rider for 15 years (2,000-2,500 miles/year). I transitioned about three years ago to swimming (Competitive Masters), which was my sport back in school. After 50 years of increasing knee problems from a … [Read more...] about Ask the Coach: Coming Back From Surgery, Injury or Illness