It's smart to signal every turn, and it could save you from an accident when riding in traffic. But how can you signal when you also need to brake for the upcoming corner? Try these tips: … [Read more...] about How to Signal Turns on a Bicycle, Even While Braking
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Resistance Exercise You Can Do at Home
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Resistance exercise is the best way to slow down the loss of muscle strength that occurs with aging, and I believe that everyone should do some type of resistance exercise (moving your muscles against an opposing force) as part of their regular exercise program. I have always recommended joining a gym and using the weight training (Nautilus-type) … [Read more...] about Resistance Exercise You Can Do at Home
Anti-Aging: How to Get and Stay Motivated
By Coach John Hughes Many of you commented on my recent column A 73-year-old asks “Is it all down from here?” Ed Pavelka, the RBR cofounder with Fred Matheny wrote, “I agree 100% with everyone who says consistency is the key.” Walter asked a great follow-up question, “It would be greatly appreciated if you might write a few more articles that would help the 50+ … [Read more...] about Anti-Aging: How to Get and Stay Motivated
Quick Tip: Ride Safely on Bike Paths
Bike paths don't exist. Sure, you'll find "bike paths" in lots of towns. But they're not really for bikes. Instead they're "multi-use recreational trails" or some such moniker. … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Ride Safely on Bike Paths
Thinking About “Cycling While Black”
by Stan Purdum The protests against systemic racism in many parts of our country following the unwarranted killing of George Floyd, a black man, under the knee of a white Minneapolis police officer caused me to recall a scene from my bicycle trip on U.S. Route 62 some 20 years ago. There was no black person involved in that scene, but in a way, that’s the point. … [Read more...] about Thinking About “Cycling While Black”