First Lance, then Juli
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Elite rider Lance Armstrong has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. Mountain biker Juli Furtado has been diagnosed with lupus. However, the lack of data on immunity and constant physical training makes it difficult to establish a link between elite-level racing and auto-immune diseases.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1997
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Heartsick
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Some champion cyclists have succumbed to unexpected cases of heart disease which contradicts the belief that cycling is an exercise that improves cardiac performance. However, doctors have cautioned cyclists against overexertion since this may exacerbate undiagnosed heart conditions.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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Full body fitness
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Cyclists can enhance their physical well-being performing other sports activities. These activities provide an alternative cardiovascular workout while developing eye-hand coordination. Some of these sports include basketball, table tennis, running, skiing and fly fishing.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1998
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