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Age is Just a Number: Kent's Everest Attempt

For a 58 year-old full time optometrist, it was an incredibly ambitious goal. Was it really possible for Kent to get faster...

Two Trainer Workouts You Haven't Tried

I always prefer to ride outside whenever possible, but the trainer is a necessary evil these days. The good news is that riding the train...

How to Reach Your Full Potential

There are many training plans selling themselves as the "magic bullet." But what is the true way to see your full potential?

How to Prevent Common Cycling Injuries with Gym Exercises

We all want to be able to ride for many years to come. Here's some ways you can prevent some common cycling injuries: Check out this arti...

A 28-hour spinning class!

On December 2nd, 2019-- a new world record was broken. The longest non-stop spinning class in the history of God's green earth. Not one, ...

Rides To Remember: Coach Landry's First Ride

The great thing about bicycles is that it can make an ordinary day something truly special. Every time you go out for a ride, you write a...

High Intensity Intervals: Too Much of a Good Thing?

“Cyclists live with pain. If you can’t handle it, you will win nothing.” – Eddy Merckx Cycling is synonymous with pain. Professional ride...

What Cyclists Should Know About Combining HIIT Workouts and Strength Training

Strength training has profound benefits for your training, but how can you best combine it with cycling to reap the full benefits?

True Resilience: Bennett's Redemptive Return From Injury

He was on the front sprinting with only 200 meters to go—the win was just within reach. Then, in the blink of an eye, he hit the deck. Be...

Keys To Success This 'Cross Season

If you listen closely, you can already hear the cowbells off in the distance. What's that? No, not a herd of cattle. It's 'cross season--...

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