Training
« Previous EntriesFirst team Clydesdale Ride of the season
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008This was our first “Team Clydesdale” training ride for the 2007 bike season and we did a variety of distances. Those who met us in the parking lot of the Rochester Library did about 18 miles.
I started from my home and logged 32 miles. Others picked us up along different parts of the Paint Creek […]
My indoor training
Monday, March 31st, 2008Here’s how I’ve tried to stay in shape this past winter.
This is a look at my indoor training setup.
I haven’t been nearly as devoted to this as I’d hoped… thus I’ve gained about 15 pounds over the winter. I have no excuses other than sloth and weak character.
But that is past. I’m doing an hour […]
Training with Clip-In Pedals
Wednesday, January 16th, 2008From Douglas Wilson, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
Training with clip-in pedals
I have seen a lot of people using all different types of bicycles during a triathlon race including mountain bikes, hybrid bikes and touring bikes. Whether you are a serious triathlete or just a weekend warrior, it pays to use clip-in pedals on your bicycle. I can […]
Tips On Avoiding Knee Pain When Cycling
Thursday, January 10th, 2008From Tim Gorman, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
For many cycling enthusiasts, knee pain is something that they regularly experience. This pain is caused by iliotibial tissue, and in medical jargon is usually referred to as IT band syndrome. This tissue is thick and fibrous, and runs between the hip and the knee. Because of the constant up […]
The Perfect Ride
Friday, January 4th, 2008From Mags M, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
The perfect ride, I’m not talking about winning, the perfect ride is something else, something more. It’s when everything works. Your equipment works perfectly, your technique is effortless and efficient and every part of your body performs optimally. You feel invincible. Instead of dreading the pain caused by the next […]
Spin Faster for Greater Efficiency
Monday, December 31st, 2007From Gabe Mirkin, M.D., special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
All bicyclists learn that they tire earlier when they push very hard on the pedals. Spinning the pedals faster with less pressure saves energy. However, if you pedal too fast you lose coordination, which wastes energy. The key to riding a bicycle efficiently over long distances is to find […]
Pressure on Pedals Tires You More than Spinning Fast
Monday, December 24th, 2007From Gabe Mirkin, M.D., special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
Experienced bicycle riders know that fatigue comes from how hard you press on the pedals, not how fast you turn them. Novice racers may try to ride with maximum force on the pedals, but they quickly exhaust themselves and often can’t even finish the race. Cycling is a power […]
Integrated Training for Improved Cycling Performance
Thursday, December 20th, 2007From David Radin, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
As we all know cycling is a great way to improve your overall cardiovascular fitness. However, what you may not know is that over time the demands of cycling can lead to muscular imbalances which can limit the body’s ability to perform at peak level and dramatically increase chance of […]
Happiness Is A Warm Bike
Sunday, December 16th, 2007From Terry Vermeylen, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
I admit it. Last year I left the mountain bike in the garage all summer. I felt ashamed of myself but the reality was that an injury and laziness contributed to my serious lack of biking. This summer I’m definitely wrenching the bike out of it’s comfortable resting place. There […]
Guide to Fixing a Cycling Knee Injury
Wednesday, December 12th, 2007From Marius Bezuidenhout, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
A knee injury to a cyclist can cause severe pain and has caused some individuals to give up the sport, however, this is often unnecessary as proper diagnosis and treatment can have you cycling better than before.
When it comes to cycling, in general there are not many knee injuries sustained […]