By Fred Matheny Unless you live in temperate climes where winter means slipping on a sweater in the cool of the evening, you probably equate off-season training with cold weather. Sure, you can retreat to the trainer and Zwift or the weight room to escape the arctic blasts. But what fun is that? Cycling is an outdoor sport. Even at its January worst, cold weather … [Read more...] about Bicycling in the Winter: Whipping Cold Weather
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How to Deal with Chronic Anal Fissures
by Richard Ellin, MD, FACP Question: I'm a 37-year-old cyclist. Next year will hopefully be my 3rd year of cycling. I'm contacting you today to seek help with a saddle issue that is threatening to remove me from the sport. And the thought of not being able to ride my bike is heartbreaking. … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Chronic Anal Fissures
Is Erectile Dysfunction Inevitable Among Cyclists?
by Joshua Cohen PT, MS Question: Several years ago an article was written proclaiming that there are only 2 kinds of cyclist, those who have ED and those who will, and that cycling is the absolute worst thing a man can do if he wants to maintain sexual function. Should ED be a legitimate concern for cyclists? If so, how best can it be prevented, and can it be corrected … [Read more...] about Is Erectile Dysfunction Inevitable Among Cyclists?
Riding After Prostate Cancer Surgery
by Richard Stephens, MD Question: I had prostate cancer surgery 20 months ago, and have had continuing problems with incontinence. I turn 70 this June. My urologist says the best option for my individual situation (and I agree) is to have an artificial urinary sphincter implanted. He also said I will never be able to ride long distances again (I don’t want to agree). Rides … [Read more...] about Riding After Prostate Cancer Surgery
Two Pelvic Bones Broken Cycling. Will They Heal Properly and be just as Strong as Before?
QUESTION: I fractured two pelvic bones in a bike crash a few weeks ago and I have been told that the bones are stable and should heal without surgery. I am currently partial weight bearing and starting to do some physical therapy. I am wondering if the scar tissue from this fracture will strengthen the affected bones, or will I be more susceptible to future … [Read more...] about Two Pelvic Bones Broken Cycling. Will They Heal Properly and be just as Strong as Before?