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Browsing Posts published in August, 2010

The topic of Tempo training is not new and is addressed by many coaches. Two of the three coaches that I have had the privilege to train with have addressed this topic specifically.  Over the past 10 years there have been huge gains in the physiology testing/training for cyclist, primarily due to technology. So there [...]

editor’s note:  Greg Thurmond has worked with the owner of Jobonga Massage & Natural Therapies to come up with a special offer for our PBA members. Please read the following article then scroll to the bottom for this great one-time discount offer. How Massage Can Enhance Your Cycling Performance Regular massage therapy is a vital [...]

editor’s note:   The following post was made this afternoon by Andrew Hoodwin. This is an urgent message that we would like all riders to read and heed ASAP. Those PBAers that have been riding with us for a while remember our old start location at Legacy and Independence and how traumatic it was to [...]

HOW TO STAY COOL IN THE HEAT WHILE CYCLING: All of the basic “keeping cool in the heat articles” ignore the first rule of avoiding the heat, cool the body. Makes sense right? But most people ignore the fact that you can cool the body during your outdoor activity, if you use the right active [...]

editor’s note: I have been so fortunate to have a few new contributors join our blog and want to introduce you to Lori Maucieri. She was persuaded to join me in my storytelling venture to continue to keep you entertained. You are going to LOVE hearing from her with some of the great road adventures [...]

“If you aren’t failing every now and then, it’s a sign that you aren’t doing anything innovative.”  (Woody Allen) I’m not really a big Woody Allen fan but I like this quote. It really applies to so many things we do in life, including improvements you attempt as a cyclist. Every time you go on [...]