By Kevin Kolodziejski I don’t think I’ll merit serious consideration for the lead role if they ever remake “Lady Sings the Blues.” Catch me on a bad day, however, and you might think otherwise. But it’s not because my acting and singing reminds you of Diana Ross portraying Billie Holiday circa 1972. It’s because on…
QUESTION: I usually do my solo training on flat terrain but have begun riding with a group on a hilly route. I want to train more frequently on hills so I can keep up — and maybe even put the hurt on these guys! What’s the correct balance of flat and hilly training? — Jason…
by Gabe Mirkin, M.D. A recent study followed 105,677 participants from 21 countries for an average of 11 years, and found that those who sat for 6-8 hours a day had a 13 percent increased risk for early death and heart disease, while those who sat for more than eight hours a day had a…
QUESTION: How much wind is too much for cycling? It’s very windy where I live, and I am a little bit afraid of the gusts. Any tips? —Debbie F. RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: One of the first things that new riders learn from experience is that cycling into the wind or dealing with a strong…
By Coach John Hughes I designed this program to work on cycling-specific cardio, strength and technique. Last week I made the case that following The 80 / 20 Principle is the optimal way to gain the most fitness. Roughly 80% of your exercise should be at a moderate intensity and 20% should be a vigorous….
