2010: Different Year, Same Old Group Rides
2010: Different Year, Same Old Group Rides Some things never change. This is evident by the actions of a few individuals who give cyclists a bad name. Most cyclists I know are good riders with good intentions when they go out for a bike ride. They obey traffic laws and are courteous to motorists. Additionally, they follow basic cycling etiquette and view safety as a primary principle when they are out on the roads. We … read more »
A Bike, A Box and A Quarter Hour
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Alcohol’s Benefits and Risk
University of California, Berkeley Wellness Letter October 17, 2006 A recent, widely publicized study in the New England Journal of Medicine has led a lot of drinkers to congratulate themselves, and a lot of nondrinkers to wonder if they should start. "Drinking is good for your heart," the newspaper headlines announced, "and the more you drink, the better." This was a well-designed study funded by the National Institutes of Health. It tracked the drinking … read more »
Alcohol’s Effect on Losing Weight
Alcohol’s Effect on Losing Weight by fatburn.com Let's start with a little background. The kind of alcohol we drink is known as ethyl alcohol or ethanol. All consumption alcohols have the same effect on the body whether they are wine, beer, or hard liquor. Alcohol is produced when yeasts metabolize certain sugars. Are all alcohols created equal? No, different alcohols have different calorie and alcohol levels. The source of the sugar determines the type … read more »
Bicycle Crashes – Know How to Protect Your Rights by Christopher Burns
1. Always report the crash to the police. Always report the crash, even if you don't think you are hurt or your bike has been damaged. If you are in a crash with a motor vehicle where there are personal injuries or damage to property that exceeds $500, Florida law requires you to report the crash. But even when not required by law, reporting the crash is critical to preserving your rights. The crash report will … read more »
Group Rides by John Josephs, MS
ATTENTION: Group Ride Safety This summer, there have been frequent incidents of dangerous riding that have resulted in several accidents. This pattern is very unusual for group rides that involve, for the most part, experienced riders. When you participate in a group ride, you should remember that the most important thing is safety! The following important safety instructions are meant to educate and expand on group ride guidelines that all participants should know and adhere to. … read more »
Group Rides: Rules and Etiquette by Shawn Heidgen, Director Sportif Pactimo Performance, www.pactimo
1. Be predictable This may be the most important rule and it involves every aspect of riding from changing positions in the group to following the traffic rules. You might say that all the other rules support this one. Smooth predictable riding isn't just a matter of style...it's survival!!Have you ever been on a ride where the group stops at an intersection and people scatter all over the lane? Some going through on the wrong … read more »
How Much Training Does Your Trainer/Coach Have by Rob Maxwell
HOW MUCH TRAINING DOES YOUR TRAINER HAVE? How much education would you like your attorney to have? What about your doctor? Or how about I hit you where it hurts… I’ve done a pretty good job with my own mutual funds, so how about you let me invest your money for you? Isn’t that like “No, but I slept at a Holiday Inn last night”? It sounds ludicrous, doesn’t it? So how is that any different than the majority of … read more »
I’m Not Really Running by Gina Kolata NY Times December 6, 2007
PERSONAL BEST I'm Not Really Running, I'm Not Really Running... By GINA KOLATA That, in a sense, is the trick that Paula Radcliffe said she uses. Ms. Radcliffe, the winner of this year’s New York City Marathon, said in a recent interview that she counts her steps when she struggles in a race. “When I count to 100 three times, it’s a mile,” she said. “It helps me focus on the moment and not think about how many miles … read more »
Monte Zoncolan: Basso Climbs Back (NYT)
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Tips for Riding in Traffic by Warren Green
Triathlon and cycling events are wonderful - cops blocking the traffic, no cars on the road, no traffic lights and stop signs to worry about. Unfortunately, we don’t have the same benefits during our training rides. Every cyclist has a long list of stories about their close calls with cars and trucks, and too many have stories about being hit. This article contains a few suggestions for cyclists for dealing with traffic. These are my … read more »
Two Wolves
One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, "My son, the battle is between two wolves inside us all. One is “Evil” - It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego. The other is “Good” - It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion and faith." The … read more »
Why Do I Need a Coach by Sam Callan, USA Cycling Science & Education Manager
"Why do I need a coach? " I know many athletes who have been successful and self-coached; however, it can be difficult for many people, especially people with busy schedules who do not have the time to plan out a training program or need feedback to correct some skill deficiency. I will put forth the following argument for hiring a coach. First, let me point out the word “hire” at the end of the previous paragraph. … read more »