Question: The last time I did intervals, my heart rate was about 15 beats per minute higher than usual — it peaked at 184, a new high for me — and the workout was a huge effort. Does this indicate overtraining? I hope not because a week off to recover would be a real setback…
Question: What’s the secret to braking while signaling a right turn? It’s unsettling to use the front brake with only one hand on the handlebar. Is there a special technique for right turns? — Jonathan H. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: I understand your issue with using the left brake lever (front brake) while using your…
By John Marsh If you’ve been a roadie for any length of time, it’s almost certain that you know someone who’s been hit by a car while riding. It’s the nightmare scenario for all of us who ride on the road, to be sure. And while we all do our best to ride safely, it’s…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher A study reported in the September 1 issue of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, found that bicycle-related injuries have increased significantly over the past 15 years, especially among those older than 45. The study was based on data culled from 100 emergency rooms nationwide that compared…
Question: I just moved to the frozen north from a state where I could ride year-round. I got an indoor trainer but have one major problem: I sweat buckets! After 30 minutes my bike, T-shirt and carpet are soaked. What’s the solution? — Billy Joe L. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Sweating is unavoidable on a…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher Former Bishop Heather Cook last month pleaded guilty to manslaughter and other charges a day before her trial was to begin in the hit-and-run death of 41-year-old cyclist Thomas Palermo. As part of the plea, Cook was sentenced to 20 years in jail and will be required to serve…
