After a hard or long bike ride, you’ll want to refuel to recover. Current research suggests consuming both carbohydrate and protein to better recover. Carbohydrate helps to replete energy, and protein supports muscular adaption. After your next ride, consider grabbing a bag of pistachios. Roasted pistachios are classified as a complete protein source that provides…
Question: While riding, I sometimes feel my left leg drop off significantly in its contribution to powering the bike. Is there a training technique for dealing with this? – Don B. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Yes, try one-leg pedaling on an indoor trainer to increase the strength of your weaker leg.
By Coach John Hughes RBR Reader Keith asks, “I’m 73. Way, way back I was an average club time trialist here in the UK. Then I went to university and forgot it all. About five years ago I climbed back on a bike and, using Strava, I steadily improved but for the last couple of years…
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. As of today, no drugs, supplements or potions have been shown to extend your life, in spite of the fact that the internet is full of an incredible number of fraudulent life-extension products that provide no benefits while they steal your money. However, we do have overwhelming evidence that several healthful…
By Martin Sigrist Building strength is not just about lifting weights. This is only part of a greater whole, what I refer to as the “Strength Triangle.” The three sides of the strength triangle are mobility, stability and resistance. Weights fit into the last category, and should only be added after the first two have…
