By Coach John Hughes “Cardiorespiratory fitness, as measured by maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), is related to functional capacity and human performance and has been shown to be a strong and independent predictor of all-cause and disease-specific mortality.” Survival of the fittest: VO2max, a key predictor of longevity? Further, physiologists agree that declining VO2 … [Read more...] about Anti-Aging: VO2 Max
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Tackling an Epic Climb – Mt. Lemmon, Tucson, Arizona
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley If you enjoy long, tough climbs and spectacular scenery, Mt. Lemmon in Tucson, Arizona should be on your bucket list. It’s been on mine for a long time, but I can’t remember when I first learned about it. It might have been while I was helping to compile a greatest climbs in the USA story for Bicycling Magazine. Because I know my buddy and … [Read more...] about Tackling an Epic Climb – Mt. Lemmon, Tucson, Arizona
Move Around Before and After You Eat
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Always try to move your muscles before and after you eat because moving muscles helps to prevent a high rise in blood sugar after eating that can damage cells and increase your risk for diabetes, blood vessel damage, heart attacks, strokes, some types of cancers, and dementia. … [Read more...] about Move Around Before and After You Eat
Cycology Cycling Apparel Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Cycology Price: $19.99 for socks, $99.99 short sleeve jersey; $119.95 long sleeve jersey; $49.95 MTB jersey Colors: A variety of bold colors and patterns Sizing: Socks (One size fits most); Women’s (XS-3XL); Men’s (S-3XL) How obtained: Purchased Availability: Online RBR advertiser: No … [Read more...] about Cycology Cycling Apparel Quick Review
The Back Story on Rails-to-Trails
The author on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail in Washington State. (Photo by Carol Parker) By Peter Harnik Have you ever cycled on a rail-trail? I’m not talking of just any old trail, but one created from an old railroad track. If you’re biking on a path and it’s getting dark, and you’re on the verge of being so late that you’ll get a reprimand when you come home, but … [Read more...] about The Back Story on Rails-to-Trails