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My Top Five Least Favorite Exercises

I recently worked out at a public gym for the first time in a long time, and it didn't take long for me to remember why I never go to one: 
1) People doing things the wrong way.
2) Trainers "teaching" people to do things…
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Posted by Al Painter on February 1, 2012 at 1:55am

Staying ready so you don't have to get ready: The key to 2012 event success

Even though we are only in November,  it is the perfect time to think about your 2012 outdoor event season. Now is when you get stronger so when its time to put that first number on your bike, back or the front of shirt, you're ready to go.…
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Posted by Al Painter on February 1, 2012 at 1:55am

Power Meters Don't Actually Measure Power: Part II

Our bodies are meant to be support structures which allow us to function. Functional training exercise programs are designed to maximize neuromuscular efficiency, or optimize the way muscles work together to move bones.

“Everyone needs…
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Posted by Al Painter on February 1, 2012 at 1:53am

Give Your Exercise Program a K.I.S.S.

In the last few weeks, I've been reading a ton of exercise books. Fat loss, metabolic circuits, home exercise programs and how to administer a good old fashion muscular ass whoopen. To say I've been inspired doesn't quite do it…
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Posted by Al Painter on December 18, 2011 at 6:22pm

 

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Ask the Trainer! 1 Reply

While strength and flexibility training are my forte', I have years of experience in fitness, coaching, triathlon and now with cycling.  My latest certification is through AFAA (…Continue

Started by Tracy Foster Draper in Fit Questions. Last reply by Jack Bulkley Sep 20, 2011.

My Helmet Has The Funk ! 4 Replies

With the hot weather here in Florida this time of year, my helmet gets the funk real bad (really smelly) and I was wondering what is the best way to clean it ?

Tags: stink, funk, helmet

Started by Michael Ploch in Bike Repair and Maintence. Last reply by Jack Bulkley Aug 21, 2011.

What kind of fit? 1 Reply

I really need to get a bike fit. I ride an older bike, 1987 Cannondale touring bike, and I am not sure of the fit. I recently had to replace the handlebars and I got some with more reach and switched…Continue

Tags: equipment, bike, fit

Started by Jack Bulkley in Fit Questions. Last reply by Michael Ploch Aug 7, 2011.

Quick Fix for a Side Wall Cut !

If you are out on a long ride someday and you run over a big rock or something, it can turn a great day into a very bad day if you dont know what to do if you find yourself with a sidewall cut and a…Continue

Tags: cut, sidewall, tube

Started by John Doe in Bike Repair and Maintence Aug 1, 2011.

 
 
 

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