By Sheri Rosenbaum HOT! 3-in-1 system ideal for varying temperatures Hat provides full coverage of ears and neck Keeps head/ears/face warm without overheating Mesh strip along center of hat provides airflow to avoid overheating Mullet tail keeps back of neck warm (pocket for chemical warmer) Mesh insert in facemask allow for … [Read more...] about The Weatherneck System Modular Balaclava
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Consider Alpaca Instead of Merino Wool in Your Socks
Today's QT comes to us from Sheri Rosenbaum, who also wrote the Weatherneck System review in today's issue. A Chicago resident, Sheri is our RBR Crew expert in handling cold weather. She rides on occasion in temps as low as 12 degrees Fahrenheit. Here's what Sheri wrote: Consider Alpaca Instead of Merino Wool in Your Socks My feet get cold even when I'm wearing purpose-built … [Read more...] about Consider Alpaca Instead of Merino Wool in Your Socks
Sarcopenia (Muscle Loss with Aging) Linked to Inflammation
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Recent research shows that we can now add sarcopenia, loss of strength and muscle size with aging, to the list of medical problems associated with inflammation. Older people who suffer from sarcopenia are far more likely to have high blood levels of the markers of inflammation such as CRP, SED rate and adiponectin (Aging Clinical and Experimental Research, … [Read more...] about Sarcopenia (Muscle Loss with Aging) Linked to Inflammation
Bont Vaypor S Shoes
By Jim Langley HOT! Ergonomic closures offer awesome glove-like fit Thick rubber reinforcement on the toes and beefy rubber heels Super stiff “bathtub” carbon soles optimize every pedal stroke BOA closures Tough and breathable Duralite synthetic leather uppers with suede trim EVA thermo-moldable innersoles NOT! … [Read more...] about Bont Vaypor S Shoes
How Intensity Helps Repair Effects of Aging on Your Muscle Cells
By Coach John Hughes Aging damages the cells in your muscles, which is especially severe, because they do not regenerate easily. They become weaker as their mitochondria, where energy is produced, diminish in vigor and number. An interesting new study tested the effects of different training protocols on the cells of younger and older sedentary individuals. The Study To … [Read more...] about How Intensity Helps Repair Effects of Aging on Your Muscle Cells