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The Doping Potential of Lugworm Hemoglobin in Professional Cycling
Discover how lugworm hemoglobin is being considered as a potential doping substance in professional cycling, presenting new challenges for anti-doping agencies and raising ethical and health concerns. Learn about the steps being taken to combat this threat.
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The Impact of NSAIDs on Cycling Training: Muscle Growth, Endurance Adaptations, and Healing
Learn about the potential impact of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen on the training adaptations sought by cyclists. Find out how the use of NSAIDs might affect muscle growth, endurance adaptations, inflammation, and long-term health. Discover recommendations for cyclists on managing pain and considering alternative strategies.
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The Impact of Underfueling in Cyclists: Signs, Consequences, and Solutions
Learn about the impact of underfueling in cyclists, including signs such as fatigue, weight loss, and hormonal imbalances. Find out how to address this issue for optimal performance and health.
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Understanding Off-Season Nutrition: Principles and Strategies for Cyclists
Learn how to optimize your off-season nutrition to rejuvenate, recover, and prepare for the upcoming season. Discover the principles and strategies based on recent research in this article.
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Off-Season Running for Cyclists: The Benefits, Training Tips, and Pros and Cons
Discover the benefits of off-season running for cyclists. Improve cardiovascular fitness, prevent injuries, and enhance performance with this cross-training strategy.
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Dirt, Sweat, Fever: Ulrich Bartholmoes’ Inspiring Journey in the Race Around Rwanda
Discover the captivating film “Dirt, Sweat, Fever,” chronicling Ulrich Bartholmoes’ inspiring journey in the Race Around Rwanda. Overcoming a 40°C fever, his determination and resilience highlight the unpredictable nature of ultra-cycling. This story reminds us that personal growth and resilience can be the greatest victories.
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Final Surge App Gets Major Upgrade with Version 4.0
Introducing Final Surge 4.0 – the latest update of the popular training app. Packed with new features, including Apple Health and Apple Watch integration, this release elevates the platform’s functionality for athletes and coaches. Discover the seamless training analysis and planning experience now! #FinalSurge4 #trainingapp
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Handlebars & Headlines: Oct 11, 2023 Picks
🍽️ Fueling the Pedal Power Busy cyclists, fret not! From carb-loading to protein-packing, these 6 meal planning tips are your roadmap to staying energized on and off the saddle. It’s time to eat smart and cycle hard! 🚨 The Great Escape…Almost! In a shocking turn of events, Kaitlin Armstrong, accused of murdering professional cyclist Moriah…
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Velocio’s UNITY 2023 Jersey: Promoting Mental Health Awareness and Support Through Cycling Apparel
Velocio, a renowned cycling apparel brand, has announced the release of their 2023 UNITY special-edition jersey, designed to raise awareness and support for mental health initiatives around the globe. Recognizing the challenges people face when taking the first step towards addressing mental health, Velocio’s UNITY 2023 jersey embodies the complex and circuitous journey each individual…
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The Good Line – A Gravel Cycling Film
The Good Line is a short film about the intersection of gravel cycling and mental health, particularly as it relates to men. Jeremy Kershaw, founder of Heck of the North Productions, a gravel cycling event business on the north shore of Lake Superior, describes his relationship with the sport and how it contributes to adding…
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The Engine Inside: A Documentary on the Overlooked Potential of Bicycles
The upcoming feature-length documentary from Anthill Films, The Engine Inside, presented by Shimano, Pon.Bike, and PeopleForBikes, is set to premiere this summer, and it promises to showcase the incredible potential of bicycles in creating a better future for everyone. Through the stories of six individuals from different parts of the world, The Engine Inside explores…
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A Guide to Proper Nutrition for Cycling and Homemade Nutrition Drinks
I’ve previously written guides on making homemade cycling nutrition, but got feedback that it would be helpful to have options using things you’re likely to have on hand in most household kitchens. Here we go! Proper nutrition is essential for optimal performance in cycling. The type and amount of nutrients required depend on the duration…
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Do Evening Cycling Workouts Do More Harm than Good?
For many cyclists, finding time to train during the day can be a struggle due to work, family, and other commitments. However, it is unclear how hard exercise in the evening affects our sleep quality and recovery. The body’s sleep and wake cycle follows a roughly 24-hour cycle called circadian rhythm, which is primarily influenced…
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Heart Rate Variability (HRV): what is it and how it can be used to guide training
Heart rate variability (HRV) is a fairly new metric that has gained popularity in recent years as a way to monitor overall health and wellbeing, in addition to measuring heart rate during exercise. HRV is simply a measure of the variation in time between each heartbeat. The fluctuation in heart rate, or variance in time…
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Zwift Hub Challenge – Ride 25km to Save $50
Complete 25km to unlock $50/£50 off Zwift Hub and the chance to win the ultimate Zwifting package. The Zwift Hub is the new indoor cycling smart trainer that makes it easier to get started on Zwift – the immersive indoor cycling app that makes getting fit fun! Here’s your chance to unlock $50/£50 off Zwift…