First Time on the Bike After Being on the Trainer all Winter... My first time on the bike after being on the trainer all winter is rough. For starters, I stand for a long while on my bike ready to go and yet, something stops me. I stand there. All...
Want to Get Faster on the Bike?
Want to get faster on the bike? The Time-Crunched Cyclist from Chris Carmichael and CTS reveals the fastest way to get fit for bike racing, century rides, gravel grinders, cyclocross, Gran Fondos, and ultraendurance mountain bike events. With elite cycling coach Chris Carmichael’s innovative, time-saving approach, busy cyclists will develop...
It’s Indoor Training Time!
It's Indoor Training Time Thank God for the CompuTrainer! If I had to use my old indoor trainer, I would be going nuts at this point. When I jump on my CompuTrainer, my smart indoor trainer, I either ride Atlantic City real life course or I use the 3D courses. Those...
Power Meter Training Benefits by David Wilson
Power Meter Training Benefits by David Wilson Power meters allow you to see and record exactly how much power you expend on the bike – and power is simply fundamental to cycling performance. The ability to see and record your power allows for unprecedented insight into your fitness. When used properly,...
Cycling in the Hudson Valley
When I signed up for the Hudson Valley ride, I didn't realize what I was getting myself into. I knew that all my teammates didn't want to do it for some reason or another but I couldn't understand why. After taking this little ride, I understand why! I rode it...
My Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon Adventure by Vicki Edwards
The eastern end of Long Island is flat. It is surrounded by water and it is my home. To travel across the country for a triathlon is an adventure. My adventure was Alcatraz. Training began in January for me as my goal is IM again this year in Louisville. The...
Is It Worth Going to Triathlon Camp?
When I first started to play golf, I went to golf camp up in Mt. Snow and had an amazing experience. So when the opportunity came up to go to triathlon camp with the All Women's Tri Team, I jumped at the opportunity. When I came back, everyone asked me,...
Riding in Aero Position for the First Time
Since I bought my Trek Silque road bike in June, I have been uncomfortable. I’ve had adjustment after adjustment and finally found someone who knew what he was doing and my latest adjustment actually felt great. (See my fitting story.) So I decided to go aero. I went to Brand’s...
What Is a Bike Fit Anyway?
When I bought my first road bike, my coach told me, I would get a fitting. He never really explained what a fitting was, so, I didn’t know what to expect. What is a bike fit anyway? I went to a local bike shop and worked with the owner and...
My First 24 Mile Bike Ride…
I’ve been building up to ride 25 for a couple of weeks now. My longest ride on my Trek Silque road bike was a 20-mile ride. So when my coach called for a 25-mile ride, I was ready. I put a post on Facebook on my team page. “Anyone interested...