By Coach John Hughes RBR Reader Maude asks, “Over the past several years, there has been considerable discussion that lactic acid buildup is NOT responsible for cramping and after-exercise muscle pain. Yet you and other publications continue to use "lactate threshold" as some sort of line in the sand. I'd like to see an article discussing this area.” Maude, … [Read more...] about Ask the Coach: Explain Lactate Threshold, Lactic Acid and Cramping
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Being Active Can Help to Prevent Cancer
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. It is established that a regular exercise program is associated with reduced incidence of heart attacks and some types of cancers. Several recent studies show that you don’t have to have a formal exercise program to gain these benefits. Just being active is also associated with reduced likelihood for certain cancers. You can stay active by climbing … [Read more...] about Being Active Can Help to Prevent Cancer
How Can I Force Myself to Slow Down?
Question: I'm an average cyclist who rides about four times a week for a total of under 100 miles. The problem is that I always go all-out. No matter what I try, I can't seem to make myself slow down. If I diligently monitor my speed, it creeps up and soon I'm in time trial mode at over 90% of my maximum heart rate. How can I manage my rides better? -- Carl S. RBR Replies: … [Read more...] about How Can I Force Myself to Slow Down?
To What Degree Does the CG Determine the GC?
Ask This and Improve Your Cycling By Kevin Kolodziejski Even if the only thing you know about stage racing is the Tour de France, you have to know GC stands for General Classification. It’s the rider’s placement in the race based on his or her cumulative times plus or minus any bonuses or penalties from each stage. But greatest stage-racing enthusiast or not, there’s … [Read more...] about To What Degree Does the CG Determine the GC?
Anti-Aging: Weekend Warrior Works
By Coach John Hughes Just hitting it on the weekend does about as much for longevity as exercising on most days of the week as long as the cumulative weekly amounts are equivalent. Standard Aerobic Exercise Recommendations The World Health Organization, the American College of Sports Medicine and the US Department of Health and Human Services all recommend exercising … [Read more...] about Anti-Aging: Weekend Warrior Works