01. 10 reasons to start cycling If you still cannot think why cycling is fun, here are 10 good reasons.02. The correct way of cycling Have you ever been on a bike, in a bunch of riders, and all you see in front of you is a rider's buttocks moving from right to left across the "saddle"? He must be struggling. 03. How to shift gears Shift before you have to, writes Fourie Kotze for the World of Endurance (www.worldofendurance.co.za). 04. Pedal to the medal in one place You don’t have to be Lance Armstrong to have access to high tech, cutting edge cycle training – you just need to be able to spend some time with your bike on a stand at the Sports Science Institute of... 05. Clean Machine Where do all the bikes go the morning after the Argus? Given their multiple benefits, these beautiful beasts should grace our streets every day of the year.
06. Become a mountain biker Mountain biking is fun and a great way to get fit. Here is a guide to what you should do if you want to perform at your best. 07. Calories used during exercise How many calories or kilojoules are used up when we exercise or play sport? 08. Cycling and erectile dysfunction Does cycling cause erectile dysfunction? Some urologists seem to think so.
09. Protect your penis Cycling is one of the greatest exercises known to man. It's sociable, challenging and as strenuous or relaxing as you make it - unless you happen to damage your trouser furniture 10. I want to be a road cyclist Regardless of your body shape and size, almost anyone of any age and fitness level can benefit from cycling. It’s low-impact, and the basic skills are easy to master. |
11. I want to be a track cyclist Get your fitness and skill level to a reasonable level on the road before you consider this sport, which requires specialised equipment and venues, and experienced coaching.
12. I want to be a mountain biker You need to be young and fit to consider taking on some of the more extreme mountain bike routes, but anyone who can ride a mountain bike can try riding on untarred roads. 13. How fit must a road cyclist be? Cycling, like many sports, depends on two types of fitness. 14. How fit must a track cyclist be? Cardiovascular fitness is important, but not to the same extent as it is in long-distance road cycling. 15. How fit to mountain bike? Mountain biking requires a high level of overall fitness, both aerobic and anaerobic, as well as strong muscles and bones. It also requires a fairly good level of flexibility. 16. Kids' bike shopping If you've got your eye on a new bike for your child, here are some safety tips suggested by the American Academy of Pediatrics ...
17. How to do a cardio combo Getting bored with running, or cycling? Try a cardio combo. 18. Off-season training for cyclists Every year as a cycling season draws to an end, an athlete usually loses the desire to pack in those heavy training hours. |