Small changes: 15 quick tricks to add spice to your training
Article Abstract:
Fifteen healthy habits that every rider must cultivate are presented. Among these good habits for both cycling and health are slow-warm-ups, varied rides and at least one hilly ride a week in one's regimen. Other healthy habits that must be nurtured include sharing a ride with someone with similar goals and aspirations and varying one's speed.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1999
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Training daze
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Ordinary cyclists who are working and have families must be careful not to overtrain. Riders must watch out for signs of excessive training such as a faster resting heart rate, slower speed and chronic fatigue. Once these signs are present, cyclists must rest to avoid riskier health problems.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1998
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Stop training in "no man's land." (maximum heart rate)
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Cyclists should only reach 80%-85% of their maximum heart rate, which is also called 'no man's land,' during training to avoid fatigue. It is advisable to spend more time in the low-intensity training zone to reduce glycogen depletion and avoid stress.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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