By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. The French NutriNet-Sante study found that eating dinner late in the evening is associated with increased risk for both heart attacks and strokes (Nature Communications, Dec 2023;14(7899)). Having a first meal for the day (breakfast or lunch) late in the morning also increased risk. The researchers followed 103,389 people, average age 42.6, for 7.2 … [Read more...] about Late Meals Associated with Increased Risk for Heart Attacks and Strokes
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Why Weight Training Is Vital for Aging Cyclists
By Coach Fred Matheny How do you increase the amount of power you have available, especially as you age? Of course, training is the key to increasing power. Many dedicated cyclists use power meters to accurately record their wattage output during interval training. Then they use sophisticated software to help them analyze the results and plan subsequent workouts. … [Read more...] about Why Weight Training Is Vital for Aging Cyclists
12 Winter Training Tips for Cyclists
By Coach John Hughes 1. Accept it’s winter Last week I was talking with my 73-year-old friend Gary. He told me about friends his age who lament they aren’t a fit as they were. “Get over it.” he tells them. “Accept who you are.” The same applies to winter. You will lose some fitness this winter and that’s okay. … [Read more...] about 12 Winter Training Tips for Cyclists
Understand Energy Density and Never Fad Diet Again
By Kevin Kolodziejski Just before Christmas, a cyclist friend told me he weighed six pounds more than normal and 12 pounds more than the weight he likes to race at. Nothing odd about that. Nor is there anything particularly odd about the fact he’ll probably go on “some weird and extreme temporary diet” to get his weight back to normal. Back in the day, I knew a … [Read more...] about Understand Energy Density and Never Fad Diet Again
A Guide to Saddle Sores from Cycling
by Arnie Baker, MD Sores of the buttocks and groin area are a common occupational hazard for the bicycle rider. Many causes can be avoided. Specific treatment is available if saddle sores do develop. Crotchitis is dermatitis: irritation or inflammation of the crotch. Redness, itching, and pain are problems in this area. Discussions about genital numbness and … [Read more...] about A Guide to Saddle Sores from Cycling