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Thursday, June 17th, 2010As a cyclist, you likely spend lots of time in the sun. Here are some tips to make sure that you get the most protection from the sun.
Choose a sunscreen with at least 15 SPF.
Select a water- and sweat-resistant product that provides protection against both UVA and UVB rays.
Look for a sunscreen with at least […]
Retarded Motion
Monday, February 15th, 2010Retard (verb) - to make slow; delay the development or progress of (an action, process, etc.); hinder or impede.
Most bicyclists, especially racers and triathletes want to ride faster. However there are a number of factors that retard their forward motion and slow them down. Cyclists try of overcome these factors through training, technique and […]
Cyclists and Body Mass Index
Monday, February 1st, 2010Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. It provides a reliable indicator of body fatness for most people and is used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health problems. Nationally, almost a third of American adults are obese and nearly two-thirds are either […]
2010 Mileage Log
Saturday, January 2nd, 2010I have used a custom excel spreadsheet to track my mileage for the past several years. The 2010 version can be found on the Potomac Pedalers Bike Club website. It is a great spreadsheet organized around a calendar. It provides weekly and monthly subtotals. Thanks to Mark for going to the trouble to develop it.
If you […]
Winter Is Here; Time To Cross-Train
Monday, December 21st, 2009Winter arrived early in the form of a big snow storm. Due to the large amount of snow (about 15-20 inches) and the predicted cold weather, I won’t be riding. However this is a good time to focus on getting into a winter training routine. I have found that when I maintain a better level […]
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