Understanding the best ways to avoid common cycling injuries will help you prevent pain and suffering, as well as time off the bike. Many cycling injuries are preventable and are caused by improper bike fit or improper training. Other cycling injuries occur during crashes. If you are currently injured, you need to treat the injury, …
Knee tendonitis treatment for cyclists helps address this common injury that plagues cyclists. Knee tendonitis generally refers to patellar tendonitis. The patella, or kneecap, is connected to the shinbone by the patellar tendon. The patellar tendon is engaged when you extend your leg to kick, jump, or pedal a bike. Patellar tendonitis can mean that …
One of the most common cycling injuries is the scaphoid fracture. When a bike accident occurs, the cyclist reflexively reaches out with their arms to brace their fall. Injuries can result as this places the brunt of the impact on the hands and forearms. The small bones in the hands and wrists are simply unable …
When most people think of the Mennonites or the Amish, the first image perhaps is a horse and buggy. However recently while traveling through the Amish/Mennonites area of Central Pennsylvania in Lancaster County, I noticed the actual mode of transportation for many is a bicycle. I found this surprising and very refreshing. In addition to bicycles, a …
Bicycle commuting in the winter can be a challenge. Cold weather and wintry precipitation can create potentially hazardous conditions. But there are many benefits to bicycle commuting and winter cycling in general. Riding your bike CAN be a year-long activity! Bicycle commuting improves your overall fitness level and allows you to exercise during your commute to …
Protein is the building block of muscles, so diets rich in protein are important for cyclists and other athletes. One great way to be sure you are consuming enough protein is to start your day off with a high protein breakfast. There are a number of different breakfast choices you can make to fulfill your …