By Kevin Kolodziejski Cycling provides all sorts of benefits to all sorts of people. The same can be said about all sorts of exercise really. And what can really get this exerciser out of sorts is when others don’t appreciate it for what it really is: an absolute wonderment. Something that, given proper reflection, produces equal amounts…
By Lars Hundley As avid cyclists, we tend to focus on endurance and cardiovascular fitness, logging miles on the road and working on improving our aerobic capacity. But new research suggests that adding strength training to the mix could have benefits beyond muscle power — it might actually slow the aging process at a cellular…
By Kevin Kolodziejski And One to Say ‘Yes’ to Added Sugars Sometimes When I reached the base of a climb on solo rides feeling less than lighthearted and unquestionably heavy-legged years ago, I would sometimes do what’s now embarrassing to admit. In an attempt to both amuse and energize myself — but only if no homeowners…
QUESTION: I live in an area where it gets cold, but most of the time, the roads are still safe to ride on. But the very thought of riding in the cold itself seems to sap my desire to even try. How do I stay motivated to ride outdoors during colder months? (P.S. I hate…
By Lars Hundley Many road cyclists hit the gym in the off-season to build strength, protect joints, and maintain overall fitness. But what happens when life intervenes and you have to take a break from your resistance training routine? Does your progress vanish? New research from the University of Jyväskylä in Finland offers an encouraging…
