Article used from Bicycling newsletter and used, unedited, without permission. It’s safe to say we’re all pretty good at riding our bikes. Off the bike? We’re often guilty of not doing everything we need to keep our bodies happy and healthy. But given the amount of time we spend a.) in the same position and
Article taken from TrainingPeaks newsletter, and published here (unchanged) without their permission. Read the original article here. It is perhaps the most frustrating moment in sports: you have trained well all base period and then suddenly, when the race season starts, bang! An injury. Your world turns from a place filled with promises of PBs and
This serves as notice from Gauteng Cycling (GC) that they have placed Gauteng East Cycling (GEC) under provisional administration, for failing to comply with mandatory requirements under the constitution of the region. To view the relevant letters of communication, please use the links below: Open the Letter from Gauteng Cycling here. This letter serves as confirmation that
It’s good to get your butt on a bike, but you don’t always get a butt by riding. Here are three moves that will help you build a better backside. Note: A complete article taken from www.bicycling.com – used without permission. Glutes have been enjoying a moment for awhile now in the fitness world. Popular
Spring is a great time to freshen up your diet, leaving behind some of the heavier options of winter months. Eating more nutrient-dense plants is one way to be a stronger athlete, and plant-based foods have a significantly lower impact on the environment than many animal-based choices. Sketching out a plant-based diet is a great
Upper body strength is almost as important as powerful legs when it comes to cycling. By Ashley Mateo Jan 8, 2019 PeopleImagesGetty Images Let’s be real: Cyclists aren’t exactly known for their jacked arms and shoulders, but it’s crucial that we all have upper body strength. No matter how strong your legs are, you can
Protein is crucial for endurance athletes to recover, rebuild, and keep training. We know how much is needed and when’s best to consume it, but here we’ll delve into some of the differences between protein sources. Whey protein powders have been the go-to since the bodybuilding boom of the 80s, and clever marketing has persuaded
LIOTIBIAL BAND STRETCHES SOUND NICE IN THEORY, BUT THEY’RE NOT POSSIBLE. INSTEAD, TRY THESE EXPERT TIPS TO EFFECTIVELY DEAL WITH A TIGHT IT BAND. BY DR. RACHEL TAVEL, PT, DPT, CSCS Apr 17, 2019 Note: taken from www.bicycling.com and used (unedited) without their permission). The iliotibial band—also known as the IT band—is not only one of
Used from TrainingPeaks newsletter, without permission and without any changes. MARCH 13, 2019 · BY DINA GRIFFIN Dietician Dina Griffin walks us through the basics of Metabolic Efficiency Training, which can help your body utilize its ideal fuel sources for your sport. Metabolic Efficiency TrainingTM (MET) is an approach involving various nutrition and training strategies to improve the
MARCH 1, 2019 · BY LANCE WATSON Yoga can be great for increasing strength, mobility, and body awareness, but there are some risks for endurance athletes. Find out if yoga is right for you. Yoga can be a great addition to any endurance athlete’s training plan and overall health. It can improve your strength and balance, as