September 16, 2021 Why I Coach By Intensity By Coach John Hughes All of my clients are middle age or older, have families, jobs and other interests besides cycling. Some just want to stay fit, while others race or train for specific organized events and tours. In other words, they’re typical roadies. They hire me because they want to be better roadies and … [Read more...] about Newsletter Issue No. 982
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Newsletter Issue No. 971
July 1, 2021 Why Strava May Be Bad for Your Training By Coach John Hughes I’ve been getting a number of e-mails with variants on the same questions, “My Strava times are getting worse. How can I train better to go faster?” Or “My Strava times are worse than my buddies. What can I do?” Read more. Another Tool Tip For Removing (Not Installing) Tight … [Read more...] about Newsletter Issue No. 971
Newsletter Issue No. 962
April 22, 2021 More on 8 Exercise Mistakes Older Riders Make By Coach John Hughes Last week I wrote about mistakes many riders in their 50s and beyond make. To reach a rider’s goals, knowing what not to do is as important as knowing what to do. George wrote after reading the column: “I’m 72 and I’m preparing for Colorado’s Ride the Rockies, six straight days of … [Read more...] about Newsletter Issue No. 962
Newsletter Issue No. 921
July 2, 2020 PDF version for Premium Members is here. We're taking next week off, so no newsletter next Thursday. Back soon! Ask the Coach: Coming Back From Surgery, Injury or Illness By Coach John Hughes Almost every cyclist at some point has to come back from surgery, injury or illness. Although I’m describing how you should get back in shape the … [Read more...] about Newsletter Issue No. 921
Newsletter Issue No. 918
June 11, 2020 PDF version for Premium Members is here. Cycling in the Heat 101 By Coach John Hughes 101 – that’s how hot it’s been (or 38 degrees Celsius), depending on where you live. Maybe even hotter for you! How can you ride in the heat and still have fun? How can you train effectively? Read more. Is it OK to Store Disc Brake Bikes … [Read more...] about Newsletter Issue No. 918