cycling
Size Does Matter: Understanding Power-to-Weight Ratio
Rarely do I work with an individual who is not, in some way, concerned about body weight. Although I usually counsel people to ignore numbers on the scale, size does [...]
Carl Edwards’ Tough Training Regimen Makes Him a Winner
Throughout his NASCAR career, Carl Edwards has been famous for his physical fitness. The Missourian’s physique has been discussed countless times in newspapers, magazines and television broadcasts. Tomorrow, Edwards will [...]
Use the Chimp Paradox to Handle Anxiety Like a Pro
The feeling of anxiety is fundamentally the same as the feeling of excitement from a neurological and psychological perspective. The only difference is the emotion we attach to it. To [...]
Racing to Om: Fitness Class Combines Spinning and Yoga
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Pairing indoor cycling's intense, calorie-busting cardio workout with yoga, the mind-body practice of stretching into inner peace, may seem like a mismatch but fitness experts say [...]
Formula 1 Champion Fernando Alonso’s Olympic-Style Training
With the Formula 1 schedule kicking off soon, teams are feverishly preparing for the start of the season. Former F1 champion Fernando Alonso takes strength training seriously—incorporating a regimen of [...]
Workouts for Training Acceleration, Multi-Directional Movements and Top-End Speed
True speed training should not be confused with conditioning. When training for speed, every rep must be as explosive as possible as to train the central nervous system (CNS) to [...]
Why Tony Kanaan Might Be the Fittest Athlete In Motorsports
On top of being one of the best drivers in IndyCar, Tony Kanaan might be one of the fittest athletes in the entire motorsports world. Kanaan is unmatched in his [...]
Cyclist Peter Sagan Remains Humble and Hungry
He's only 22, but professional cyclist Peter Sagan has already racked up some prestigious victories. Considered one of road racing's most promising young riders, Sagan recorded stage wins during the 2012 [...]
Bluetooth Certifications Will Enhance Fitness Devices
Bluetooth technology has come a long way. Beginning as a wireless connection for keyboards and headphones, Bluetooth has now infiltrated the fitness world. Thanks to new plans worked out by [...]
Rêve Team Makes Women's Cycling History
As they pedaled into Paris on July 21, Kate Powlison and Kristen Peterson of Boulder, Colo., Heidi Swift and Jennifer Cree from Portland, Ore., Kym Fant of Santa Rosa, Calif., [...]