By Coach John Hughes My client Vince recently wrote me, “This was not my best ride. Maybe my worst. A few 18-20 percent grades that I walked. Lots of 10-15 percent hills. I was struggling at 9 mph for a time and quickly added calories and jumped to 13 plus mph. I need more calories.”…
by Fred Matheny “If only I had more time to train, I’d be in super shape.” Ever overhear that comment on the club ride? I bet you have. You may have even said it yourself. It ranks way ahead of other cycling “if only’s”—wishes for more power, a faster sprint, or a lighter bike. Give…
By Coach John Hughes “Bang! Bang! Maxwell’s silver hammer came down on her head. ”Bang! Bang! Maxwell’s silver hammer made sure that she was dead.”— Paul McCartney McCartney said, “Maxwell’s Silver Hammer was my analogy for when something goes wrong out of the blue.” (beatlesbible.com) That’s bonking! You’re riding along under a blue sky and…
by Arnie Baker, MD The lungs are usually not the limiting factor in aerobic fitness. They are very efficient in transferring oxygen from small airways to the blood. Although not the limiting factor, the athlete’s perception of aerobic limitation is usually felt in the lungs. Fitness means different things to different people. Some aspects of…
From the vaults! This interview is from an early RBR newsletter more than a decade ago and was never published on the site. It’s still just as relevant today, so we’re running it now. Joe Friel is one of America’s top known cycling authors. He has written several renowned books, including The Cyclist’s Training Bible…
