Whether you are a cycling enthusiast or you like the odd cycle on a sunny Sunday morning, it is likely you have heard of the group of men who believe shaving their legs will give them an advantage when cycling.
As soon as the temperatures rises a little and the sun starts to shine, it is easy to split up those men that believe shaving is for women only and the ones who fit time into
People that can’t swim are often quite shy about it. It can be hard to admit that you are unable to swim but you shouldn’t be embarrassed – you just never had the opportunity to learn when you were a child. And when you’re an adult you have far more inhibitions and fears about learning something new so it’s easy to put it off forever. But you’re missing out on so
With the growing interest in cycling, we are seeing more and more rookies jumping on their bikes and hitting the road each day. However, getting in the mode of things and seeing yourself as a ‘pro’ cyclist on your first ever outing may seem like a distant goal – but following these tips will allow you to reach these goals even quicker and avoid you looking like the typical cycling rookie.
The ‘Typical’ Cycling Rookie
All cyclists
When was the last time you smiled when you got home from work? Think back to a few years ago and see if you can remember being able to relax when you finished for the night. Somewhere down the line something changed and you’re not quite sure what. If your mind feels like it’s always doing overtime when your body is not, it’s possible you could be suffering from stress. You might not have realized
It can be said that a swimming pool is a facility that most people take for granted. For instance, if you are the kind that is obsessed about health and fitness, you may only concentrate on things such as going to the gym or simply jogging a lot. However, there are many health benefits that you can get from swimming too, and this is why
Conventional beliefs suggest that consuming a diet low in fat is one of the most important factors in losing weight. However, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association states that out of six overweight adults, only one will be able to maintain 10% of their weight loss after twelve months. This indicates that most individuals who lose weight—through intense exercise
A triathlete I am not. I’m not even sure the extent to which I fit the definition of an athlete. I do love to run. Two marathons, countless halves, and a good sprinkling of 8- and 10-K’s and I’m confident as a mid- to long-distance runner. I don’t have a training schedule, but I work out every day. I take my bike out sometimes if it’s a nice Sunday afternoon and leisurely toil away a
After a super long work-out, the last thing you want to do is stand over the stove for an hour to get some sustenance. But please, avoid the drive-thru or the convenience store with this quick and healthy meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. As a bonus, make a big batch at the beginning of the week and have it ready to grab from the fridge at any time!
Moroccan-Style Couscous with Chickpeas
Ingredients (makes a lot!):
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There’s a lot of music out there – fact. And we all have different tastes. But studies have shown that certain types of music can have a much more positive effect than others on the effectiveness of your workout. Songs with a tempo of 125-140 beats per minute are generally perceived as ideal for exercise motivation. There are loads of ways to listen to music to keep you stoked and motivated throughout
If the weight room is not your favorite place to be, do not fret. Strengthening exercises most beneficial for triathletes should not be hours of long repetitions on weight machines, but functional and fast-paced circuits for maximal efficiency.
Exercises that are functional should work more than one muscle at a time, preparing your body for swim, bike, run. Whenever possible, try using your body weight or free-weights as resistance. In not relying on a machine to
