How long have you been cycling? I’ve been riding seriously since I joined MVBC in 2005. How many miles a year do you typically ride? Strava says I did 6,226 miles last year, including Zwift miles. This is surprising to me, but we did put in a lot of miles in January in Tucson. Plus my husband, …
TRAINING LINGO Let’s look at the exercise terminology used in most cycling applications and training systems. “Zones” are used to define different levels of workout effort. Different training systems use a different number of zones, and those systems with a similar number of zones may define them slightly differently. Most cycling app websites will show …
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How long have you been cycling? For about 8 years. What’s your favorite thing about riding? You get to escape from your busy life, relax, and rediscover the beauty of nature. I love riding on country roads and taking in the sites. How many miles a year do you typically ride? 3,000–4,000. What is your greatest cycling accomplishment? I …
It’s tough to know how to dress when conditions change during your ride, especially in the spring and fall months. Temperature changes can leave you sweating and freezing during the same ride. You may start out just right but overheat and/or freeze later in your ride. If you’re new to cycling, it will help to …