By Kevin Kolodziejski “I ain’t got no quarrel with them Viet Cong.” That’s one of the many things the loquacious, albeit grammatically challenged, Muhammad Ali said to explain why he refused to fight in the Vietnam War. The three-time world heavyweight boxing champion’s words came to mind after reading ones by another Ali, one who’s still with us and an … [Read more...] about Fat Infiltration: How Ultra-Processed Foods Hurt Your Muscles
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How do I say no to someone I don’t want to ride with?
Question: I’m a long-time cyclist and I usually ride by myself or with other guys who can really hammer hard because I ride fast. But recently, a new neighbor, who has seen me out on my bike, has been bugging me to take him along. He has an old bike, but he’s not been a cyclist, and I doubt he could match my speed. But beyond that, he’s awkward to be around and seems … [Read more...] about How do I say no to someone I don’t want to ride with?
Average Cycling Distance for Beginners: How Far Should You Ride?
QUESTION: What’s the average cycling distance for beginners? I’m 42 years old, out of shape and overweight. I have a hybrid bike in the garage and I want to start riding it for exercise. How far should I be going on rides? What’s a good distance to aim for? – Jacob B RBR REPLIES: First of all, we’re glad to hear that you’re getting the bike out of the garage! If it’s been … [Read more...] about Average Cycling Distance for Beginners: How Far Should You Ride?
What’s the Danger Pace on Long Rides?
QUESTION: In a few months I will ride my first 300K (186-mile) brevet. A friend told me that the rule for pacing long rides is: Never go anaerobic. Sounds like smart advice, but how can I tell when I'm in danger of doing it? – Bud S. RBR REPLIES: You're talking about the "anaerobic threshold," a phrase used for many years. Nowadays, the more common term is lactate threshold … [Read more...] about What’s the Danger Pace on Long Rides?
What Makes Crashing Even Worse? Consuming Too Many Ultra-Processed Foods
By Kevin Kolodziejski A bad food or a bad dude. Which of these two are you writing about if, instead of a cyclist, you’re a songwriter for a rock-and-roll band looking for that first big hit? If you’re back in 1982 and George Thorogood, you chose the latter — and it’s an astute move. It leads to a song so well-known it’s now considered a staple of … [Read more...] about What Makes Crashing Even Worse? Consuming Too Many Ultra-Processed Foods