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February Issue 2012 . . .

Yoga for Cyclists

By Whitney Mah

Yoga for Cyclists

 

While cycling for hours each week and spending alternate days at the gym hoisting weights keeps you cardio-fit and muscle-toned, stretching—another equally important part of fitness—is often forgotten. Exercises like hatha yoga increase your flexibility and mobility, keeping your joints, ligaments and connective tissue supple as you age.

In this article, hatha yoga instructor Whitney Mah dials in on four yoga postures for cyclists, giving step by step instructions and telling you the benefits of each.

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How Riding Your Bike Makes You Happier (Part 2 of Your Bike — Your Brain)

By Clair Cafaro

Riding Your Bike Makes You Happier

 

Recent studies show that when you cycle, you're not just topping up your cardio fitness and building stellar quads, you're actually getting smarter. And that's not all. What you think about while you ride your bike changes your brain too.That builds new synapses, making you not just smarter, but happier.

Find out how in Part 2 of Your Brain—Your Bike.

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A Calorie is Not Just a Calorie

By Laurel-Lea Shannon

wieght loss for cyclists

 

If you've got stubborn pounds you just can't get rid of, it may be time to stop counting calories and instead look at the types of food you're eating. Small changes in diet can add up to big changes on the scales.

A calorie is not just a calorie. Find out how good carbs, good fat and low-to-medium-glycemic foods keep you healthy and lean.

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Road bike riderThe Roadies:
How Can I Defeat Winter Despair?

Winter affects cyclists in different ways. Some enjoy switching gears in the winter and slapping on a pair of skis or skates, others pine for warm temperatures, outside rides and the camaraderie of cycling buddies. If you've got a bad case of the winter blues, RBR's coach, Fred Matheny, can help you out with these blues-bustin' tips for cyclists.

 

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Six Smart Carbs

By Laurel-Lea Shannon

smart carbs for cyclists

 

Smart carbs keep you lean and energized. Mix them up and try these six delicious carb options.

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Spring is Just Two Months Away!
Winter Training for Cyclists: Fundamentals for a Strong Season

winter training for cyclists

This spring be toned, strong, and cardio-fit!

    Winter Training for Cyclists by Clair Cafaro, President of C.O.R.E Cycling, includes 4 months of detailed weekly drills and an illustrated stretching and weight training component for your core, legs, and arms.

    Looking for a winter training program? Look no farther.

 

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