fitness
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Why Beginner Cyclists Should Target Time, Not Distance
When I first started cycling, I wanted to see progress in my form and fitness every day. Instead, I felt like my progress was stifled.…
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Is Cycling Actually a Good Cardio Workout?
When it comes to cardiovascular exercise, the options can feel overwhelming. If you’ve ever asked yourself whether cycling should make the short list, the short answer…
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How Far Is TOO Far For a Beginner Bike Commute?
If you’ve been exploring the idea of ditching your car for a bike on weekdays, you may have a romanticized image in your head. Once…
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10 Goals for Beginner Cyclists in the New Year
As we round out December, there is no better time to think back on your cycling journey and how it’s changed your life for the…
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6 Winter Sports Cyclists Love
Want to up your training when it’s too cold for the bike? Skip the trainer and try these winter sports instead! Here are six of…
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Smart Spinning: 6 Unusual Advantages To Using an Indoor Bike Trainer
Is the bike trainer ever really better than riding outdoors? What if we told you… yes, it can be? Keep reading to learn the six…
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7 “Marginal Gains” That Actually Make a Difference For Pro Cyclists
Is there really anything to the idea of “marginal gains?” Actually, yes. While many of pro cycling’s innovations over the years may seem like common…
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Navigating Mixed-Use Paths As a Cyclist
You can see them everywhere in the US: mixed-use paths. But why are these types of paths so common? And are they really the cycling…
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Do’s and Don’t’s For Planning Winter Workouts on a Bike Trainer
Winter is well underway, and that means many people have taken their training indoors. If you’ve never trained on a bike trainer before, never fear!…
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How To Keep Your Cycling New Year’s Resolution
As we enter the new year, many of us set resolutions that will improve or otherwise bring meaning into our lives. For new or established…
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