Author Archives: keen5825

Weight Training For Running

Posted on January 31, 2012 by keen5825

We’ve written recently about how it can be beneficial for cyclists to spend some time in the gym doing certain exercises with weights and the same is true for runners.  It’s much easier to put your running shoes on and … Continue reading →

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Guide To Creatine

Posted on January 12, 2012 by keen5825

Athletics and weight training supplements come and go; any health food shop or large gym is likely to offer a substantial range of powders, pills and other substances which promise to improve your training results in some way or other.  … Continue reading →

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What Are Kettlebells?

Posted on December 19, 2011 by keen5825

If you’re a member of a local gym, you may have noticed some odd looking little lumps of iron sitting in the weight training area.  Kettlebells have been around for a very, very long time but only popular in certain countries.  It’s … Continue reading →

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A Guide to Cyclo-Cross

Posted on November 23, 2011 by keen5825

A Guide to Cyclo-Cross So, mountain bikers, think you were the first to ride a bicycle off road?  Think again, cyclo-crossers have been at it for at least a hundred years, way before anyone though about sticking some fat tyres … Continue reading →

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Running Preparation

Posted on November 15, 2011 by keen5825

Running is an extremely accessible way to get out there and exercise.  It’s one of the best exercises to contribute to weight loss and, like cycling, it leaves the runner with a sense of well-being.  Running doesn’t just exercise your … Continue reading →

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