By Kevin Kolodziejski The discussion supposedly occurred during an airplane flight and a chance meeting of two distinguished philosophers. It’s worth sharing because its end result should stay the same when two cyclists meet and talk about how to train. Especially when one of the cyclists considers himself a “cycologist” and has, as the legendary Phil…
By Coach Fred Matheny Pro athletes develop simple techniques that become automatic. A three-point shooter’s follow through or a golfer’s silky stroke are techniques they’ve honed until they no longer think about them. Pro cyclists, too, develop characteristics that separate how they look on a bike from the rest of us. It’s not simply a…
Question: This sounds silly, but how can I learn to go slower? Even when I go on rides that I intend to be fun rides or recovery rides, I find it difficult to slow down. I finish the day exhausted. — Samuel P.
Question: I attend a very intense spinning class. We meet from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. On those nights I have a hard time falling asleep. Is this a common reaction? — Gregory D. RBR Replies: Intense workouts done late in the day often make sleep difficult, for two reasons.
Question: I’m 52 and in excellent health based on my last physical. I work out at the gym three times a week (treadmill, stationary bike, weight training). On weekends I ride 20-30 miles. Recently I find myself dragging around, feeling very sleepy and fatigued. Is this connected to the “weekend warrior” aspect of my cycling? —…
