Spinning a low gear on downhills is often recommended as a good way to develop a smooth stroke at high cadence. However, an alternate approach that can be even more effective is working on your spin while riding gentle climbs. When you get to a hill, choose a gear several teeth easier than you need…
By Sheri Rosenbaum In my latest RBR article about the Rough Road 100, I highlighted BMC’s role in sponsoring 120 entries to encourage women to come out and race. During my race packet pickup, I met the local BMC rep. We talked about their sponsorship role and, through that encounter, was introduced to BMC’s North…
By Kevin Kolodziejski A vital advantage. An extra edge. In his autobiography, “Laurent Fignon: We Were Young and Carefree” (Yellow Jersey Press, 2010), the feisty, astute, and my favorite French cycling legend says both about something you probably see as neither. Aging.
Question: How should I warm up for a time trial on a rainy day? I don’t want to get my trainer drenched, so in the past I’ve waited until 20 minutes before the start, gritted my teeth and ridden some short, hard efforts. That hasn’t worked very well. What’s the best way? — Bill S….
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Competitive athletes train by “stressing and recovering,” and healthy people who do not compete in sports can gain greater benefits from their exercise programs by using this same training principle. You have to damage muscles to gain strength and enlarge muscles. You become more fit if on one day, you stress…
